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A data breach affected Fresh del Monte’s employee's’ information containing important personal information from consumers. The post Data breach affected... -
The firm shared that the ARRA Sugar Drop, a white seedless variety, is looking very good throughout, with “ripening...
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“The main challenge for the avocado industry at a global level is overproduction. We are producing more avocados than...
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Crowded and noisy Chennai is home to almost nine million people on the southeast coast of the subcontinent. The post...
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The U.S. remains the main market for Peruvian blueberries, with more than 152,000 tons exported in the 2022-23 season The...
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A recent report has concluded that the adoption of genetically edited crop seeds is expected to increase significantly over...
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Mexico, Guatemala, and Nicaragua are projected to reach 106.3 million boxes in the 40 weeks of the season, a...
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Previous studies have found that CBD limits the growth of some pathogenic bacteria and fungi, such as those that...
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Agtools will be presenting at the upcoming Digital Agriculture Week 2023 in San Jose, Costa Rica. This show is...
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The Valencian Association of Farmers (AVA-ASAJA) has expressed concern for their duration and possible negative impact for the setting...
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High yields and good quality fruit will come following a later-than-average start for some of its growing regions—but despite...
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As the grape season kicks off, Fresh Farms is offering its candy grapes and inviting shoppers to experience their...
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This comes as the Chinese company seeks to expand its import range, while leveraging its global supply chain. The post...
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Frutesa regularly exports fresh produce to the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, France, Germany and Spain, and more occasionally to...
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Overall consumption of mangos in the U.S. increased by 37% between 2018 and 2022, opening up space for new...
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A $1.2 billion plan from the federal government that will provide support to those who rely on the Colorado...
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South African production of apples, pears, and table grapes is estimated to decrease slightly in the 2022-23 Marketing Year. The...
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The USDA has identified availability and consumption trends for the seven most popular fruits among U.S. consumers, with apples...
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Mexico, which currently contributes to 30% of the worldwide avocado output, experienced an increment of about 6% in production...
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The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) said that the maximum draft allowed for vessels transiting the Canal from 24 May...
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The company had originally planned to open multiple Amazon Fresh locations, but has failed to move forward with development. The...
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Organic food sales totaled $61.7 billion with produce as the leading seller in the category reaching $22 billion in...
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Kapi Kapi Growers, a farm-to-customer, grower of pineapples and bananas, has exceeded its expansion goals in the U.S. and...
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Los Angeles recorded the biggest decline last month, down 25%, while the eastern Port of Charlston’s imports fell by...
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Legislators are urging authorities to make technical amendments to the U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement to ensure that U.S. frozen blueberries...
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The ground breaking for the campus will take place on May 25, 2023, at 10:00 am EST at 3200...
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More than 20 river banks have bursed submerging thousands of acres of fertile land, mainly of pears, peaches, nectarines,...
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Volumes peaked at 8.9 K tonnes in week 2 of 2023, a 6% increase compared to the peak volume...
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The Chilean sector and authorities are eagerly expecting the final resolution, with industry sources agreeing that the new phytosanitary...
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The law provides about $3.7 billion in financial assistance for agricultural producers impacted by wildfires, droughts, hurricanes, winter storms,...
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Four Star Fruit acquired 1,100 acres of table grape vineyards and two modern distribution facilities near Bakersfield, California from...
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This comes as the executive continues to face backlash following an investigation led by The Guardian. The post Tesco chair...
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A report states that 840 hectares destined to apple production were completely destroyed and will require a full redevelopment,...
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The event sought to raise awareness on the topic and its importance in contributing to the resilience, sustainability and...
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Lower volumes have impacted prices, which could rise during 2023. The post As Peruvian pomegranate exports drop, U.S. prices could...
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The country’s rich soil, cheap water sources and sunny climate, with at least 12 hours of sun a day,...
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Fruit exports from South Africa to the U.S may be at risk after suspicion that weapons have been shipped...
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Driven primarily by a strong performance of fresh fruit and diversified EMEA segments, revenue increased by 1% or $18.9...
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PRESS RELEASE Tomatoes are one of life’s blessings. For growers, tomatoes give a high yield and are in strong...
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The firm's s request certainly comes out of the ordinary, as usually names and special flavors tend to be...
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The surge would be fuelled by heat-trapping greenhouse gasses and a naturally occurring El Niño event. The post Global temperatures...
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“U.S. Hass avocado producers and marketers can take pride in knowing the Hass Avocado Board and our results over...
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After a more than two-week delay in the harvest, California is finally ready to roll out its cherries for...
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Washington is ready for a banner crop after two down years, which could see the national total approach a...
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Funding is available through two programs under President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, which makes the nation’s largest-ever investment in...
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Under Jen Scoular's leadership, the NZ avocado industry value has increased from $82 million in 2011-12 to $231 million...
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G&R, a third-generation Vidalia Onion grower in Glenville, GA, announced the arrangement on May 15. The post G&R Farms...
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FreshFruitPortal.com spoke with two experts on the international fresh grape industry regarding the recent dynamic changes in the sector. The...
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Police estimate that, had the cargo made it to its destination, it would have made over $900 million in...
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A delegation from the USDA, and its Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) visited Chile last week in...
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NBM’s executive director, Dr. Manuel Michel, will discuss consumption trends in the U.S. during the forum’s first panel. The post...
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In 2022, trade between South Africa and the U.S.A. the two nations reached a record value of nearly US$1...
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After 22 years serving as chief executive officer, Trader Joe’s has announced that Dan Bane will retire effective July...
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Despite winter and early spring rainfall contributing to a delayed start to harvests for the 2022-23 season, California's avocado...
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While the European Commission’s intentions correspond to the objectives of the Farm to Fork Strategy, the proposed draft...
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The forecast consists of 6.15 million boxes of non-Valencia oranges, including early, mid-season, and Navel varieties, and 9.50 million...
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Fruits are high in water and fiber, which balance the sugars they contain and help clean teeth. The post How...
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A group of breeders from the Catholic University of Chile along with cherry producers and exporters are working on...
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Lynsee Gibbons is the new director of communications for USApple, based in Vienna, VA. She begins her duties May...
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What is behind Peru's growth in volume? What are the dangers? What role do the new varieties play? The...
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Navel oranges accounted for 30% of exports, lemons represented 21%, clementines 16% and mandarins 33%. The post Chilean citrus...
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Camposol expressed their pride in starting these services with products from Mexican growers in the region and increasing volumes...
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Avocado production and orchard development in Colombia have rapidly increased in the last two years, there are 488 orchards...
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The Almeria-based joint research lasted over five years, with head of Marketing and Product Development of Beyond Seeds, Alfredo...
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In just ten years, global avocado production has increased at a rapid pace with a compound annual growth rate...
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The five-year average for total fresh storage crop is 80 million bushels, far more than the 2022 or 2021...
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The show expects to play host to 11,000 horticulture professionals and 525 exhibitors from all over the world. The post...
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Harvests in the Coachella Valley are estimated to start in mid-to-late May. The post Agronometrics in Charts: High quality table...
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Established in 1999 and re-branded for expanded marketing efforts in 2016, the group provides Navels, Midknights, Easy Peelers, Star...
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Shipments of all major agricultural products have experienced significant drops, with citrus fruit being the most affected. The post Chilean...
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The company’s SunGold variety has become an everyday item with high growth. It sells best when prominently displayed in...
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L’Agricantina, an Italian company dedicated to cultivation in aquaponic and hydroponic environments presented its vertical farming structures for homes,...
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Police in Spain have discovered and raided over 250 illegal wells, boreholes, and ponds tapped by tropical fruit farmers...
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Updike brings 14 years of leadership experience in Supply Chain Logistics The post Wholesale Produce Supply (WPS) names Dirk...
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Guangdong province in southeast China produces around 700,000 tons and a total of 12 different pineapple varieties yearly. The post...
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The group has designed and marketed more than 200 machine models and created more than 60 models of packaging. The...
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This comes after a consistent five-year increase in the northern African country’s shipments of this fruit. The post Morocco overtakes...
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Ocean Mist indicates plans for great promotional opportunities with multiple artichoke products and availability on various packs and sizes. The...
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According to the president of the Association of Producers and Exporters of Hass Avocado of Peru (ProHass), Juan Carlos...
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Chilean exporter Copefrut takes another step within the framework of its sustainability policy, achieving the CarbonNeutral® Product certification from...
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Armando Garcia Angulo, Managing Director of APEAJAL, spoke with FreshFruitPortal.com. The post Half of Jalisco’s avocado exports now go to...
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There are two types of growth depending on when we do the grafting. Here's how to make yours. The post...
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A May 4 release indicated the full study The Commission’s public report Fresh Garlic from China will be made...
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Chilean breeder Paola Barba joins Sun World and will contribute to its vision to create a "better future through...
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Tom “TW” Wilson, sales manager of The Giumarra Cos., discussed table grape trade dynamics with FreshFruitPortal.com. The post Changes in...
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PRESS RELEASE CMI presents their newest American Dream® CatStats in preparation for the high-velocity sales that come with the...
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A lack of supply has pushed prices to record highs with the fruit being sold for as much as...
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The yellow Champagne mangos are moving, and continue to be shipped in multiple SKUs, including Ciruli’s traditional four-kilo case...
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This year, the event also features an African pavilion with a total of 19 countries, including Egypt, represented by...
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PRESS RELEASE During 3 days a selection of experts will highlight the latest developments in the horticulture industry on...
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The Cuban-born produce industry veteran is ready to tackle the sector's most demanding issues. The post Q&A: NMB’s new president...
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Amid rising prices, both Aldi and Lidl - two German discount chains - hit new record market shares...
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The acquisition enhances FreshEdge’s density in the Midwest and provides additional space and logistical support to better serve its...
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The Italian Consortium of Nurseries (CIV) will present its latest apple and strawberry variety innovations at Macfrut fair’s 40th...
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D’Arrigo, a family owned and operated fresh fruits and vegetables supplier serving the Northeast since 1948, has been a...
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Sustainability has become the main point of discussion for the global avocado industry, according to Armando Lopez Orduna, Director...
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According to the forecast published by the Hass Avocado Board (HAB), Mexico projects its exports to the U.S. in...
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Premium varieties Aketzali and Amelali, as well as the new Erandy variety are set to achieve good volumes for...
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The conference will be held at the Harn Museum of Art at the University of Florida, Chandler Auditorium, and...
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The 2023 edition of Macfrut, the international trade fair for the fruit and vegetable sector, to be held at...
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“Our first quarter results of 2023 are a testament to our focus on profitability as we continue to commit...
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Since the first round of awards in 2015, the SALC Program has awarded $373 million to projects in 36...
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PRESS RELEASE DiMuto, a global Agri-FinTech company, strengthens its presence in Latin America with the latest financing of...
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United States could reach 4 billion pounds per year in the next five years, and of those 4 billion...
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The 40th version of the convention has already hit record numbers, with a 25% increase in exhibition space and...
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“There are going to be a ton of promotional opportunities with all kinds of varieties or organic and conventional,...
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Among major commercially-grown fruits, cherries are known to be the last trees to bloom and the first to harvest...
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Ian LeMay, President of the California Fresh Fruit Association will become President & CEO of the California Table Grape...
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Working both separately and in conjunction with his family, Matt worked with the Pandol Family organization and served on...
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The agricultural sector in California suffered estimated damages totaling more than $500 million from nine atmospheric rivers between Dec....
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The award-winning Ag Entrepreneurship series first launched in 2018 and has since expanded to include three workshops. The post...
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Total apple exports from New Zealand in March 2023 reached $99 million, up $4.4 million from March 2022. The post...
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A recent report reveals a 25% increase in average year-over-year agtech investment as the labor shortage persists. The post Western...
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PRESS RELEASE One of the most successful businessmen of all time, the American industrialist Andrew Carnegie, identified teamwork as...
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The new facility will be located just one mile away from Garden City Terminal, the largest single-operator container facility...
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The donation will help fight food insecurity in the region and be distributed through North Texas Food Bank’s network...
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The kiwifruit specialist is now setting its sights on the south and is already busy marketing its off-season fruit:...
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This novel data enables our users to track produce movements easily, enabling them to keep an eye on the...
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Peru closed this season with more than 280,000 tons of blueberries produced. For the 2023-24 season, they project over...
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As a result of heavy rains during winter, the 257 million pounds of California avocados estimated for this season...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the appointment of Manjit K. Misra as the new Director of...
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To understand the development, FreshFruitPortal.com spoke to Alwyn van Jaarsveld, IFG’s international commercial cherry manager, who works from his...
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New multi-year partnership will help provide 630,000 servings of fruits and vegetables to families across the country The post Pairwise...
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Haskap berry, variety mainly known by Canada’s West Coast farmers markets, is expanding in the berry repertoire of Oppy. The...
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The report states that “the average price gap between conventional and organic is now the largest it has been...
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The pre-planning process is underway, with the new food processing and distribution site expected to create 400 new jobs...
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The firm’s annual report stated that international berry plantings have grown to 749 hectares (1850.82 acres), coming ahead of...
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With climate changing rapidly in recent years, farmers and gardeners need to adapt to the new conditions to keep...
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Chile exported more than 415,000 tons of cherries, a 17% increase year-on-year, the 2023 Global Cherry Summit was a...
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Mexico’s Sonora table grape producers association (AALPUM) estimated 21.7 million cartons for the 2023 season, with just over half...
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2023 marks two decades of Oppy brand pledge expect the world from us The post Oppy celebrates 20-year promise amid...
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This March marks the first month since November 2020 that Port of Oakland loaded exports have outpaced full imports....
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Superfresh Growers has announced the promotion of Conner O’Malley to President. In his new role, O’Malley will lead sales,...
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Juan Jose Flores, General Director of Aneberries Mexico, spoke about the Mexican blueberry industry and emphasized the importance of...
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The global exclusive distribution agreement will launch immediately for the northern hemisphere’s apple and pear seasons. The post AgroFresh announces...
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This is based on "asymmetry between Polish and Ukrainian agriculture", due to differences in land quality and the much...
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The successful event gathered over 950 members of the international cherry industry, with representatives from 12 countries and teams...
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All shipments will be inspected to standardize inspection rates, a standard procedure that Canada has in place to reinforce...
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Constant stoppages have turned the port of LA/LB into a “less reliable option”, which has caused cargo owners to...
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With an almost 40% increase year-on-year, the Sweet Globe variety surpassed the market staple Red Globe by over 2...
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PRESS RELEASE As changes to the grocery business come fast and furious, and their impact on fresh produce is...
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Daniel Ortega, president of ASOGUANABANA from Ecuador, shared details with FreshFruitPortal.com of the roadmap for enabling access to other...
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The fellowship seeks to identify and recognize particularly talented and service-oriented rural leaders after their dedication and effectiveness has...
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As the firms celebrates 10-year anniversary with partner Oppy, it also projects a very strong volume and quality from...
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Florida’s produce growers, who have been dogged by a variety of constant natural disasters in recent years, altogether missed...
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The exhibition is a global meeting place for all horticultural technology professionals with a focus on the early stages...
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The California Strawberry Commission has reported a considerable decrease in shipped trays, down by 59.8% as of March 18,...
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The event covered the main challenges of the blueberry industry in Chile, Mexico, Peru, Argentina, and Uruguay, with presentations...
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The company is expecting strong volumes, with supplies coming primarily from California. The post Westfalia expecting strong GEM avocado...
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The five new Chopped Kits, will be on supermarket shelves nationally by mid-April. The post Dole to introduce five...
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Veteran horticulture professor, researcher and berry crop specialist Bernardine Strik passed away recently after over 30 years of ground-breaking...
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However, if a robust El Niño does not develop, the potential for an active Atlantic hurricane season still exists. The...
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Kissabel, a range of colored-flesh apples, varying from pink to intense red are produced by the IFORED project partners,...
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The first charter vessel’s arrival in Shanghai from Port of Tauranga marks the start of JD Fresh’s kiwi sales...
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Lower volumes for staple foods such as tomatoes could also drive up prices, which have consistently stayed up in...
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Avocados from Mexico celebrated Earth Day on April 17 with an online presentation about the industry’s commitment to sustainability...
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North America is currently the second largest market for this Chilean fruit, with 18,894 tons shipped this season. The post...
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The first 18-ton container of pomegranate produced in Peru's Tacna region, which will be marketed in the United States...
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Women employed in the agricultural sector are also paid nearly 20% less than their male counterparts. The post Ag pay...
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Crops have been severely affected by the changing climatic conditions, where high temperatures have generated heat stress, resulting in...
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Dr. Vance Whitaker spoke to FreshFruitPortal about the development and breeding process of the first variety of white strawberries...
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Because of the unique combination of weather, water, and soil in 20 South Georgia counties, this onion variety cannot...
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The event is set to break records with 1,100 exhibitors representing the entire fruit and vegetable supply chain, 35%...
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Florida Citrus Mutual, the state’s largest trade association for the sector, has continued to push Congress for financial aid....
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MAC looks for projects that improve profitability and production, develop new markets and products and identify consumer trends and...
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Share-ify’s tenth version features the new Ver-ify platform to assist with quality control, sales, and purchasing teams with...
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According to NatureSweet, Mastronardi’s newest package design – a clear plastic dome with a yellow lid - is "nothing...
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CNIP addresses food insecurity and access to fresh fruits and vegetables among low-income Californians while simultaneously supporting and expanding...
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The collaboration agreement will bring more than 3 million boxes of Mexico-grown table grapes to market, supplying South American...
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PRESS RELEASE As more retail organizations request sustainability information from their suppliers, opportunities exist to bring buyers and producers...
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Marketing this variety, which is botanically classified as the Carica papaya, is a year-round opportunity, according to Wyco Produce. The...
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The country is on track to export a record 287,000 tonnes of blueberries worth $1.4 billion this season, making...
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Citrus growers indicated that the orange juice producing companies formed a cartel with the intention of causing a drop...
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The tool uses machine learning techniques in addition to spatial and pattern analysis, spatial statistics and geostatistics. The post Colombian...
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The new product is sustainably grown in Costa Rica, and it’s scheduled to make its debut in U.S. and...
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Growers and experts warn that fungi and pests could have serious consequences throughout the table grape and mango 2023-2024...
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PRESS RELEASE The horticultural sector is developing rapidly in terms of sustainability and precision cultivation. There is a strong...
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As of April 2023, U.S. fresh apple holdings registered 50.2 million 42-pound bushels. This is down from 53.3 million...
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The water produced by the KondensKompressor is free of salt, nitrates and other contaminants, so it can even be...
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WTO economists forecast a trade volume growth of 1.7% in 2023. This is up from the 1% estimate made...
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According to a Numerator Basket Affinity Report, consumers spend an extra $1.9 when avocados are included in their shopping...
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Since the start of their partnership, Brighter Bites has been the impact partner for ten of sweetgreen’s restaurant openings...
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With volumes rising by 17% year-on-year to 415,315 tons, the main destination markets include China, the U.S. and South...
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Weather always plays a factor in the production of the superfruit in the Southeast, and after two years of...
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After years of struggling with an increasingly challenging market, unpredictable climate, inflation, and lack of labor, some apple growers...
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Learn how to pick the perfect avocado and keep it fresh to enjoy at home. The post How to spot...
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Hot Texas weather is boosting melon production, with watermelon, honeydew and other specialty varieties due for shipping in May. The...
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The repeal of the Agrarian Promotion Law in December 2020, which directly affected production costs, could hinder Peruvian citrus...
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PRESS RELEASE 5,207 professionals, 40% more than in 2022, and 200 exhibiting companies from 19 countries attended the third...
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The U.S. market is expecting high volumes of avocado this season from Mexico, Peru, and California, however, some believe...
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Perez has 34 years of experience in sales and marketing of imported fresh fruits and vegetables from Latin America,...
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This represented an increase of 29.1% year-on-year for this destination market, with 6,622.8 MT reported in 2021. The post Dominican...
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The company also said that about 55% of the packages at its processing centers will be routed through automated...
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Climate change and prolonged drought in Chile have compelled many producers to move further south, however, since other fruits...
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Using the combined expertise of both breeding programs, the two organizations will work to develop blueberry varieties that not...
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Engaging shoppers in multiple ways is crucial for cherries because they are impulse buys; they’re the sort of item...
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In 2022, 46% of Mission’s bags were made with reduced plastic, and since 2021, the company has saved an...
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FreshFruitPortal research finds USDA statistics that U.S. egg prices plummeted from a high of $5.20 per dozen on Jan....
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Webber most recently served as CFO at PS Industries Incorporated in Grand Forks, N.D., where he oversaw all financial...
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As for the 2023 Mexican season, which goes up to week 24, shippings are expected to be about 2.5%...
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The goal is to “help rural communities recover economically, reduce climate pollution and increase resilience to the impacts of...
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Freshfel Europe released their latest Consumption Monitor report which revealed that even though the average fruit and vegetable consumption...
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The 2023 International Blueberry Organization (IBO) Summit will be taking place on July 3-6 in Lublin, Poland, the capital...
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Once the standard is published, 33 farms, with a total production area of approximately 400 hectares, and 19 distribution...
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Supply-demand imbalances are expected to continue in the market as growers struggle to replant waterlogged fields. The post Agronometrics...
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Leveraging IT as a Competitive Advantage The post ZAG Featured Speaker and Exhibitor at Food Northwest Process & Packaging Expo...
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Russia, the biggest importer of the product, showed a decrease of 5% year on year, however, other regions had...
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In recent years, the country has increased the amount of producing regions like Piura and Moquegua, and therefore the...
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The 2023 campaign focuses on retail promotions, including providing a variety of retailer incentives. Digital retail promotions are planned...
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The Southern Bliss is expected to debut in Australia this July. With a sweet flavor, the new cultivar hopes...
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In 2021-22, retail prices experienced a record spike of 11%, the highest in over 40 years according to a...
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Many of these companies employees, independent workers, and farmworkers have lived in these regions for years, and for many,...
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The Kino mandarin was bred by the University of California Riverside (UCR) by improving the original hybrid Kinnow LS...
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Latin America currently produces 75% of all avocados in the market worldwide. Countries like Mexico and Colombia have more...
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Moving into the 2023 Sonora season, Nogales-based company Divine Flavor is expected to improve upon last season's numbers. The post...
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Due to hail storms that occurred in late November and early December, it is anticipated that both apples and...
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The specialized training and real-world experience seeks to secure strong leadership for the sector’s future. The post Hass Avocado...
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Thailand’s 2022 fruit exports to China were valued at $5.0 billion, and had a volume of 1.4 million tons. The...
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Table grapes have long been a favorite fruit in China and consumers are eager to sample new varieties in...
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Currently, the primary supplying regions for limes in Mexico are in the south of country from Tabasco, Oaxaca, and...
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The initial forecast for the 2023 season, which estimated a 6% and 1% increase for apples and pears respectively...
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Perhaps best known as the star ingredient in guacamole, they are versatile and a great addition to a multitude...
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Humber and Thames freeports in the UK are set to begin operating sometime this year, Port Strategy reports. The post...
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The company explained that new NMB officers, together with the rest of the board members, will “continue to uphold...
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This spring Delta Fresh is also expanding its line with watermelons, cantaloupes and asparagus. The post Delta Fresh enters Mexican...
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The company was founded by industry veterans Pat Compres and Maria Bermudez to provide additional levels of support and...
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The yellow pulp variety or Palora is starting to make waves as consumers look for its health benefits, making...
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Oppy’s will start selling the North Carolina blues beginning the last week of April and the first week of...
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The goal is to develop new crops that can adapt to climate change and help boost global food security....
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The Peruvian avocado industry forecasts a total of 630,000 tons in production for this season, a 14% year-on-year increase. The...
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In this installment of the ‘Agronometrics In Charts’ series, Sarah Ilyas studies the state of the U.S. grape market....
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As food and beverage trends continue to be defined by a range of economic, environmental, and social impacts, as...
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If you've ever dreamed of living independently and producing the food you eat, a home greenhouse can be a...
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The convening was part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s comprehensive approach to addressing Western drought and making communities more resilient...
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The National Mango Board has given FreshFruitPortal.com some tips to spot the perfect mango. The post How to pick a...
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The Chilean avocado industry is closing its latest season with 155,000 tons, according to the latest estimate by the...
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Giddings-Cerasus, better known in China as Xiaomifeng, opened the last container of Chilean cherry for the season on March...
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The largest volume grape category for Sonora are mid-season greens which are estimated to total 6.5 million boxes. Compared...
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"Upcycled" cherries, peaches, white nectarines, apricots and kiwis are some of the company’s most popular creations. The post The...
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Total exports sit at around 652,250 tons, with the U.S. taking a 27% share of shippings. The post Peruvian...
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The new cultivar stands out for its crunchy, juicy features with a very high level of sweetness. Sources say...
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Sponsored by the International Blueberry Organization (IBO), ProArandanos of Peru, ABC of Argentina, Upefruy of Uruguay and Aneberries of...
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Poor weather conditions have hindered harvests in Europe and North Africa, making fresh produce less available for consumers and...
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In 2021, the combined farm value of fruit, tree nut, and vegetables was $49 billion, projections indicate it will...
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According to the California Strawberry Commission, which represents all of the state's growers, around 20% of strawberry fields in...
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Over the past two decades at CMI, Mast was promoted to Vice President of Marketing and eventually, in 2013,...
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According to data from the National Mango Board, from its foundation in 2005 to the latest data in 2022,...
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The research, which tracked 60,298 people for more than nine years between the ages of 40 and 69 years,...
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With this fast, high-performing machine the company provides a solution for automating fixed-weight tray filling, optimising production times and...
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Although Rwanda is an emerging country in the international agricultural market, avocado volumes are projected to upwards 16,000 tons...
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Leader in sorting, grading, and packing solutions to host industry events, show new packing line solution, and make presentations...
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Bananas, strawberries and grape are among the most popular fruits in the U.S. Here are some tips and tricks...
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An Oregon-based company is recalling frozen organic strawberries sold to several retailers and frozen organic tropical blend over fears...
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The biggest contributor to human-caused planet heating pollution is the burning of fossil fuels, and the food industry has...
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According to the USDA, Central America offers significant market opportunities for exporters of U.S. farm and food products. The post...
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The country is ramping up volume and increasing arrivals are being seen, though overall the market remains tight. The post...
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The agrotextiles, which have improved crop quality and enabled the Mexican production center to reduce its treatments, will be...
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EarlyBell is the latest release from Pacific Berries, a joint breeding program between Plant & Food Research in New...
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With the 2023 harvest of New Zealand kiwifruit already underway since mid-February, Zespri estimates crops to produce around 10%...
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Camposol has sent the first ever shipment of Peruvian dragonfruit to Europe, with a 15-ton shipment dispatched to Rotterdam,...
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The enterprise solution will provide ready-to-use capabilities for businesses and organizations to license and use for their own internal...
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Changes in the cherries business are bringing new challenges as global demand is rising and exports are booming. Packhouses...
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There are no field workers. There is no sun. There is no rain. There is no dirt. There is...
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Adverse flooding in the eastern states in late 2022 and two significant hail events in the Goulburn Valley are...
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According to the organization, getting additional Market Access Program funding for specialty crops is critically needed to help with...
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This new position aligns with Naturipe’s long-term focus on premium products, which will leverage their grower/owner investments in proprietary...
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U.S. horticultural product imports for the fiscal year 2023 are forecast to increase by 3% over FY 2022, according...
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Peru has experienced a 16-fold growth in the exported volume of blueberries in less than a decade, going from...
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Hass Avocado Board’s new on-demand webinar uses the study of demographics to build more targeted and effective sales strategies...
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In January 2022, the Turkish government published a new regulation delegating specific authority to the Ministry of Agriculture and...
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A common consensus among participants was that changes are needed in the blueberry industry, from plantations to production, trade,...
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Experts have already announced that delayed plantings and lost crops due to the floodings will lead to product shortages...
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Through the Risk Management Agency (RMA) and Natural Resource Conservation Service, the USDA is providing assistance for the nearly...
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Varieties like Ruby Sun, Black Pearl, African Delight and Angeleno are among the first shipments. Additionally, the company will...
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Splane has over 30 years of sales and marketing experience in the foodservice and retail channels, most recently as...
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Established in July 1968, the Michigan Apple Advertising and Promotion Program was developed to enhance the economic position of...
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In Monterrey county, more than 8,500 residents were evacuated, including thousands of Latino farmworkers in a community known for...
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PRESS RELEASE Share-ify, the industry leading cloud platform for corporate compliance, food safety, and quality assurance, has announced...
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Mr. Cole has agreed to lead the Company for three years with the goal of returning the company to...
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Citrus Growers Association of Southern Africa CEO Justin Chadwick reveals his projections for the upcoming season. The post Southern African...
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PRESS RELEASE BASF Venture Capital GmbH (BVC), the corporate venture capital company of BASF SE, is investing...
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Since 2023 rolled onto the calendar, there has been a return to the fresh produce shipping normalcy of 2019....
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An earlier flowering period this season has increased the likelihood of a lower domestic peak this year compared to...
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The convention will challenge the industry to focus on high quality, new varieties and logistics issues in the production,...
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Regarding prices, the report said that average world export unit values of the four main tropical fruits have been...
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The company has posted a net loss of $8.8 million in the first financial quarter compared with $13.4 million...
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Magic Star is a cross between the apple Elise, and an unnamed scab-resistant cultivar. It produces a dark...
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Carlos Cruzat, President of the Chilean Kiwifruit Committee spoke with FreshFruitPortal.com about his expectations. He expects between 10-15% less...
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PRESS RELEASE During the GreenTech Americas Conference programme, leading (inter)national experts focus on optimizing crops in a controlled environment....
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With a strong presence in the U.S. market, Mexican avocados lead exports at $3.5 billion in revenue. The post Mexican...
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Mighty Reds will be on full display in a new single-layer 20-ounce clamshell. Sustainable packaging, with wash away labels,...
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According to Adex figures, processed by the Service for Integral Rural Development (SEDIR), the Ancash region exported 30,853 tons...
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The good results in revenue have also closely impacted communities in the country. Today, the blueberry crop is creating...
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Oppy identified five specific areas to focus on throughout its supply chain, which includes: greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, food...
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The export period will run until August, led by a sharp drop in the first flower, which means the...
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The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (PPWD) is aimed at progressively reducing many forms of plastic packaging sold...
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The company states that performance was negatively affected by the strengthening peso relative to the U.S. dollar, which increased...
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According to the most recent forecast, the country would ship out 64,518,065 standard boxes weighing 8.2 kilograms, which is...
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Braga Fresh has been field testing the Agrology platform to measure soil carbon respiration changes based on cultural practices...
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The region that it intends to serve, known as the Horn of Africa, has a population of more than...
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For a long time, women have been active in growing California avocados. The post California Avocado Commission recognizes female farmers...
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The full-year group results show that revenues decreased by $56.8 million, a 0.6% drop year-on-year. The post Dole posts...
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When Gloria Polanco decided to abandon her career in advertising and marketing for the world of agriculture, she never...
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Janice’s original vision “to provide the finest quality produce, reliably and at fair prices, as directly as possible from...
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At the heart of Chile’s grape production is Santa Elena, a company that is not only a grower of...
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The main producing regions in the country are Michoacán, Guanajuato, Baja California, Mexico and Baja California Sur with approximately...
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The amendment, which is set to become effective on March 30, calls for wages for field workers to be...
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This initiative was carried out in record time being completed in just five weeks The post SiCar Farms is Greener,...
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According to GTW, the Port of Wilmington had a successful 2022 winter fruit season, handling around 130,000 pallets of...
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The state of the Mexican Avocado and Blueberry season in an exclusive interview with Juan Pablo Di Prima, General...
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Even though this season has had some delays, producers expect higher export volumes year-on-year. The post Mexican producers expecting...
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According to a report by the Foreign Agricultural Service of the USDA, in 2021, wild blueberry acreage was the...
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The main reason for a further decrease in the national crop estimate is ascribed to lower yields packed in...
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During the Annual Meeting of the Voting Delegates, RJ Andrus of Idaho Falls, Idaho, was elected to serve as...
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Eggplant, cucumbers, colored bells and other vegetables will run strong before the traditional fade as the heat rolls in...
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The event will provide for an exchange of key information regarding the upcoming cherry season. The post Global Cherry Summit...
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Superfresh Growers had a very good season in 2022, standing out as the largest cherry grower and packer and...
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Immature avocados are those which have been picked too soon and will therefore never ripen. The post South Africa putting...
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The table grape market in North America morphed from being relatively stable with robust pricing on moderate movement, to...
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Ten years after the Trade Agreement between Peru and the EU, the positioning of Peruvian products in the member...
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The main advantage of joining this treaty is that it allows members to have free trade agreements amongst themselves,...
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The North American Agribusiness Review for Feb. 2023, provided a market outlook on several products for this year, including...
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The facility is located in Pitt Meadows, where both companies expect to grow crops at 350 times the yield...
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Over the past 20 years, the state’s blueberry industry has grown quickly, with over 5,200 acres of land dedicated...
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Committee Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson, (R-PA), positioned the meeting with his opening statement titled "Uncertainty, Inflation, Regulations: Challenges for...
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DiMuto, a global Agri-FinTech company, has expanded its AI powered Financial Services to the US and Mexico through its...
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Based on its location, the country has export prospects to other countries in Africa, Asia, and Europe. The post...
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Kiwifruit producers in New Zealand are revealing pretty pessimistic projections for this season after assessing damages from cyclone Gabrielle...
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The company seeks to lift communities out of poverty while allowing the firm to meet the burgeoning consumer demand...
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The association will immediately begin a search for Dr. Jennifer McEntire's successor, as she is set to step down...
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Mexico’s vegetable business has been flourishing since the fall. All indications are for strength in the business until at...
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The Hass Avocado Board (HAB) kicks off 2023 nominations today with an announcement of open seats and news of...
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Preparations for entry to the U.S. market have been underway for several years, but finally, U.S. consumers will get...
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In the EU, the Netherlands was the country with the highest import volume with 23% of the product sold...
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In the coming weeks, the members of “Uvas de Atacama” will travel to the U.S. to oversee the reception...
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The previous three Chilean grape deals were plagued by Covid in 2020, then 2021 rain, followed faced large logistics...
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Sarah Ilyas studies the state of the Mexican Avocado season in an exclusive interview with Miguel A. Barcenas, Strategy...
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Sergio Rene Lugo, will serve as acting director general of AALPUM until a permanent replacement is named. The post AALPUM...
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According to the company, Taste the Obsession will showcase the brand’s commitment to sharing high-quality, refreshingly sweet kiwifruit to...
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The report provides an overall view of organic produce retail performance in 2022 as well as specific insights into...
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The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) study showed that a diet low in fruit is among the top three...
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The value of Peru’s table grape exports has increased steadily since 2012-13, when the total value was $380 billion....
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Blueberry growers face many challenges. Industry leaders will talk about them during the 11th International Blueberry Conference in Poland...
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This comes as dollar sales of garlic increased 43% over the last five-year period, according to Nielsen data. The post...
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One of the main challenges being faced by Florida blueberry producers are the increased costs throughout the production chain,...
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The firm is confidently calling the quarter its “best in recent history”. The post Fresh Del Monte posts ‘best Q4...
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Dole Plc announced in a memo that their system suffered a ransomware cyberattack earlier this month, causing lettuce shortages...
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From the beginning of the pandemic, until the end of 2022, China adopted a zero- Covid policy which caused...
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Before the industry was hit by rain bombs in October last year, the avocado sector was already suffering from...
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The mass protests that have wreaked havoc on Peru’s agriculture appear to be losing momentum, increasing the likelihood of...
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On several occasions Peru’s government tried and failed to secure imports. In the absence of alternatives, it began supporting...
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International leaders in fresh produce, Special News Fruit Licensing SL (SNFL Group) and Syngenta Group China have joined forces...
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The technology is designed to put the ripening process on hold, so that softening and over-ripening occur much more...
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While the ACP insect causes little damage in itself, however, it can carry the bacterium that causes citrus greening...
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According to the forecast, which gathers data from Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, New Zealand and South Africa, apple and...
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In this article, read the exclusive interview conducted by Sarah Ilyas with the Marketing Manager of VOG Consortium, Hannes...
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Heavy January rains were welcomed throughout California’s avocado production areas. The post California avocado volume ramping up in March...
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The reason that the FTC is skeptical about the decision is a previous acquisition from Albertsons who bought Safeway...
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The company's net sales ascended to USD$3.6 billion, compared to $3.1b the previous year. The post Last year, Greenyard’s net...
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Pure Flavor looks to support the increased demand for fresh, greenhouse-grown fruits & vegetables year-round. The post Pure Flavor...
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Chile’s early season is characterized by a strong presence of the Thompson Seedless and Superior varieties, as white cultivars...
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While volumes are down, Chile is still in the process of upgrading to newer, higher-yielding grape varieties. The post Agronometrics...
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From kiwifruit, apples, and pears, to livestock, the extreme flooding and landslides caused by the historical event have stopped...
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The center will be dedicated primarily to breeding programs for strawberries and blackberries, as well as research and development...
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Through UNITEC’s technology, the internal quality of apples, plums, kiwis, pears, and pomegranates can be checked with high precision;...
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The company is a 4th generation, family-owned and operated grower, producer and processor of premium dried fruits and nuts....
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It is totally autonomous, incredibly user-friendly, and requires no specialized employees to operate. The post Tomato+: A cutting edge automated...
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The new forecast indicates that exports would reach 67.1 million boxes. Of this amount, 36 million boxes will...
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All growing regions in the North Island have been damaged, some orchards have been completely washed away. The post...
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"Let us not forget the rural world", begged the president of Fedefruta, Jorge Valenzuela, who referred to the situation...
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Washington apple exports for the 2022-23 shipping season are down 24% from a year ago, according to numbers released...
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The team focuses on disease-tolerant clonal rootstocks to develop superior avocado tree health and yields, in varying local conditions,...
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Senior Marketing Manager at Sun World International, Dané Joubert, discusses the state of the table grape industry in an...
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Fruit from commercial orchards will begin to ship in 2023 from Spain and Chile, with cherries from California available...
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Thanks to the strength of its flagship brand OSCAR® on an international level, Primland is expanding its range of...
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Ciruli Bros. LLC, in Rio Rico, AZ, indicates the firm will begin receiving the product around President’s Day –...
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John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, discusses the Fruit Logistica conference, which took place last week in Berlin. The...
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The cargo, with production origin in the Uco Valley and processed in the town of Godoy Cruz, was recently...
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The country’s sustainable practices and an efficient and effective use of water resources have allowed the industry to secure...
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Prime Minister Chris Hipkins told reporters on Tuesday that the cyclone is the most significant weather event New Zealand...
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With a population of over 125 million, and a lack of natural resources, including agricultural land, Japan’s food market...
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The detailed 18-page report, which is public information, addresses volumes of berries placed in the market since Jan. 1,...
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After a positive 2022, the Peruvian avocado industry is preparing to export an estimated 624,000 tons of the fruit...
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The event, named “Regina di Puglia, will take place in Noicàttaro, south of Bari, where 40% of agricultural land...
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The report addresses the many challenges faced by the industry during 2022, including inflation, labor, war, extreme climate events,...
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The downward swing this year comes despite an astronomical leap in Michigan fresh holdings to 4.7 bushels in 2023,...
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Sarah Ilyas studies the state of the US apple season in an exclusive interview with the Executive Director of...
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The 10th edition of the World Avocado Congress, which will feature over 130 presentations, will take place this year...
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In a world slowly recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, 2022 hit the produce industry with supply chain and logistics...
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Pacific Trellis Fruit, a year-round grower, shipper, and marketer of premium fresh fruit announced four new imported specialty plum...
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Eggplant sales are expected to go up for Ash Wednesday and new sets of cucumbers and zucchini will be...
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The project will use cutting-edge vertical farming technologies, greenhouses, and scientific horticulture procedures; in order to create 100% sustainable...
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The company invests heavily in farm and packhouse food safety as well as health and education programs, while taking...
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The variety is capable of thriving in high temperatures, allowing this cultivar to easily adapt to less favorable climatic...
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Colombian institutions and businessmen are making strategic plays to accumulate yards and score during the LVII version of the...
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The company develops organic and edible coatings to reduce supply chain waste. This comes from fermenting biological solutions for...
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According to a Zespri spokesperson in 2020, the High Court found Gao had fraudulently offered to sell Zespri’s kiwifruit...
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Fruit farmers have been some of the most affected by the uncontrollable expansion of the fire causing the loss...
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Supply chain disruptions, climate change, the pandemic, inflation and the war in Ukraine have all caused an unprecedented shock...
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Food Freshly has announced the expansion of services at its fruit and vegetable food safety testing laboratory for companies...
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Many Turkish ports were forced to halt operations after a 7.8 earthquake struck the southeastern region of the country...
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The pallet design supports both sustainability and cost benefits across the supply chain. The post Pallet Earth brings...
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The joint venture company, Selokwe Agri, has plans to develop over 1,000 hectares of avocados for global distribution in...
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The objective of the platform is to facilitate logistics, imports, and the delivery of quality services at destination, sharing...
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The global berry supplier is seeking to secure a year-round yield by paretnering with Dutch agtech enterprise SMARTKAS. The post...
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The South American country has specific export certification agreements for fresh cherries with the U.S., China and Canada. The post...
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GreenTech Americas 2023 will host around 180 exhibitors and will welcome 2,400 highly qualified horticulture experts from all over...
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PRESS RELEASE Craig Fox, Executive Vice President at Fox Packaging, passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Celebrated for...
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The California table olive industry has recognized the U.S. Government’s Jan. 12, 2023, decision to implement the World Trade...
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Ryp Labs’ formulation can be applied to the stickers used every day to carry fruit brands. The food-grade...
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California avocado volume is expected to pick up momentum around March, with peak availability from April through July. The post...
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USDA Chief Scientist, Dr. Chavonda Jacobs-Young recognized scientific achievements made by Research, Education, and Economics (REE) mission area employees...
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Father’s Day, Independence Day and Labor Day accumulate $164 Million for Third Quarter The post Avocado sales elevated by higher...
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Bayer and Kimitec have announced a strategic agreement to accelerate the development and commercialization of biological crop protection solutions...
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According to a report by the European Commission, organic farming in the EU grew to 14.8 million ha between...
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Both companies announced the signing of a Somalia-based, multi-year banana partnership located in the heart of the previously famed...
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This comes after 11 days of intermittent roadblocks that severely affected a number agricultural operations in the growing region,...
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This comes as both companies seek to continue to grow their businesses globally. The post Vanguard International announces strategic alliance...
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From February 8 to 10, Camposol will again be present with its own stand in Berlin, where the senior...
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Obstacles to global banana trade have seemingly been mainly present on the supply side, with demand in importing countries...
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The product, which is made using the pulp of avocados, contains over 70% of heart-healthy oleic acid, a monounsaturated...
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Wonderfull, 116 and Kamel are among the most exported varieties, with the Netherlands leading the purchase with 46% of...
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Major shipping companies such as Maersk, CMA CGM and Evergreen have all placed orders for new container vessels. The post...
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Asfertglobal increased its turnover by 35% and the number of collaborators by 20%, mainly focusing on the North...
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The change relaxes the minimum size requirement for all varieties of Actinidia chinensis species kiwifruit to Size 49, defined...
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This season, Chile has shipped 58% more cherries to the U.S. compared to the same time last year, reported...
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European Statistics Handbook highlights the impact of inflation, weather phenomena, and rising production costs in the fruit and vegetable...
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The new technology will be implemented for the first time in the company’s newest forward distribution center in Dartford,...
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The worldwide market for Chilean blueberries is projected to grow as nouveau technology for cultivation, harvesting, packaging, and transportation...
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United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) has announced the expansion of its Wild Harvest private-label organic produce line with more...
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CropX Technologies, a global leader in digital solutions for agronomic farm management, announced its acquisition of Tule Technologies, a...
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While other growing regions in Peru, such as Ica, were already a representative territory for this cultivar, Piura has...
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Daily consumption of fresh fruit and vegetables in the European Union remains well below the minimum 400 grams per...
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Packhouses have traditionally kept their customers happy by packing only the fruit they are sure will meet quality requirements...
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John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, weighs in on the upcoming Fruit Logistica conference, which will be held...
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Dole plc has announced a definitive agreement to sell Dole’s Fresh Vegetables Division to an affiliate of Fresh Express...
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The company has said that current account teams and terms and conditions, such as contracts and payment terms will...
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Shipments of traditional products in the first eleven months of 2022 totaled US$ 2,719 million, showing a growth of...
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Weather and market conditions will be key factors for when California avocado growers begin harvesting and some growers may...
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Many months of planning for a Super Bowl promotion by Avocados From Mexico (AFM) are approaching the climatic event....
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The brand will be supporting the Ski World Cup and Biathlon champion Dorothea Wierer. The marketing activities for...
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Mexico continues to top the charts as the world’s top avocado exporter, with over 6,720 million pounds shipped in...
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Pure Flavor has announced produce industry veteran, Joe Sbrocchi, to the position of Senior Vice-President, Business Development & Strategy....
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Germany is the second largest importer and third largest exporter of consumer oriented agricultural products worldwide, and by far,...
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Utility company Eskom has anticipated that the issues could continue for two more years at least. The post South African...
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A recent report by the USDA is estimating that global citrus production will decrease in all categories for the...
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Current challenges include substantial increases in costs, inefficiencies, delays in transportation, labor shortages, dwindling consumer purchasing power, and...
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With the opening of Mexican Mango Season, Freska will supply customers with mangos both organic and conventional all the...
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Consumers in Europe are facing severely increased cost of living and grapes are not a necessity, which could lead...
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During the Florida strawberry growing season, which runs through April, the industry generates $300 million for the state’s economy The...
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For the first time this year, the export volumes of new varieties of Chilean table grapes are expected to...
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The show offers an ‘open to all visitors’ GreenTech Stage and an educational Conference Programme. The post GreenTech Americas boosts...
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The company is seeking to build on the West Coast and Mexican relationships. The post North Bay strategy drives two...
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The suspect, who the authorities believe acted alone, used a registered semi-automatic gun to shoot four people at the...
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Signed by the UC Davis Chancellor, Gary S. May, and the Chilean Minister of Agriculture, Esteban Valenzuela, the collaboration...
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This comes as both companies saw a divergence in their respective business strategies during the pandemic. The post Maersk and...
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The 14-year-old Olympic medallist will be collaborating with Rockit in their upcoming campaign. The post Sky Brown to Rockit with...
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The South American country's grape production is up so much this season, that the export numbers are up despite...