Compact, high throughput sorter detects small defects in blueberries

Affordable real-time data logger with unique features available

Real-time data loggers have been around for quite some time and are a valuable tool to track the temperature, humidity, and location of produce while…

Lettuce particularly impacted following Quebec’s sizeable rainfall

Following recent heavy rainfalls in parts of Quebec, Canada, produce growers and shippers in the region are reflecting on how crops and markets were…

Compact, high throughput sorter launched to detect small defects in blueberries

Back in 2005, WECO started a dedicated division for the sorting of blueberries. Since then, equipment and capabilities have significantly advanced and…

Ample watermelon supply keeps pricing low

As anticipated, there looks to be plenty of watermelon supply across the country right now. "There have been extra plantings in California and the…

New organic vegetable specialty division to serve the Southwest

Duncan Family Farms®, a multi-regional, family-run certified organic farm specializing in lettuces, greens, and veggies, partners with…

United States 2024-2025 apple production will reach nearly 260 million bushels

After record-breaking production last year, apple growers expect another high-performing year, according to a new report released by the U.S. Apple…

Minnesota kicks off carrot season with promising early harvest

Fresha is excited to announce the beginning of the Minnesota carrot season, which has officially begun. With an early start to planting, favorable…

Canada is among the fastest-growing exporters of fruits and vegetables globally

Analysts at EastFruit highlight a surprising fact: the cold northern country of Canada is among the fastest-growing exporters of fruits and vegetables…

$44M expansion project begins at Pharr-Reynosa International Bridge

The Pharr-Reynosa International Bridge stands as the foremost entry point for Mexican produce into the U.S., handling over 65% of the country's…

USApple elects Brett Baker as Board Chair for 2024-2025 term

The U.S. Apple Association (USApple) has named a new chair to lead its Board of Directors. New York marketer and shipper, Brett Baker, President of…

Economic downturn in Venezuela causes continued high prices

Expected decrease in produce prices has not occurred after reopening of Curaçao-Venezuela border

The reopening of the border between Curaçao and Venezuela was anticipated to alleviate the high costs of fruits and vegetables on the island.…

Pennsylvania schools receive $7.3 million to distribute fresh produce

The administration of Gov. Josh Shapiro has allocated over $7.3 million to facilitate the distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables in 268 schools…

National Retail Report - Specialty Crops

Local and regional fruits and vegetables continued to dominate produce ads this week

Local and regional fruits and vegetables continued to dominate produce ads this week. Hot items included Olathe corn, Rocky Ford cantaloupes, Hatch…

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Otay Mesa Commercial Facility

K-9 unit detects methamphetamine in celery shipment

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Otay Mesa Commercial Facility intercepted a shipment containing 629 pounds of methamphetamine…

Mattina Fresh - Tom Panna

Australian fruit producer develops profile of Cara Cara's domestically through expanding production

One of Australia's leading fruit producers is hoping to grow and develop the prominence of the Cara Cara orange in Australia. Mattina Fresh produces…

Substantial volumes either discarded or utilized as cattle feed

Rain impacts southeast Queensland strawberry farms

Following four days of heavy rainfall in southeast Queensland, a substantial quantity of strawberries has been either discarded or utilized as cattle…

“Israel’s 2024 date harvest looks promising, starting 10 days earlier than last year”

Israel's date harvest has started 10 days earlier than last year, with Bhari dates the first variety currently being picked. Gal Twig, from the Israel…

Favorable weather conditions lead to higher production of Greek pears

More Greek pears will hit the markets this season, as the weather did not cause as much issues as it did last year, says Paris Karastergios,…

HEPRO GmbH

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Well-known influencer presents HEPRO product "Pina to go" for food retailers

HEPRO Ltd is delighted with the impressive response to the presentation of its pineapple peeling machine by a well-known influencer. The Instagram…

Visit the world’s smallest Carrot Museum in Belgium

In the village of Berlotte, near the Belgian-German border, lies the Museum of Carrots, housed in a transformed electrical tower. Created by the Möhren…

ZIM's financial results for the Second Quarter of 2024

ZIM reports revenues of $1.93 billion

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd., a global container liner shipping company, announced today its consolidated results for the three and six months…

World exports of major tropical fruits rose by approximately 8 percent in 2023

The FAO has issued a new report: The Major Tropical Fruits Market Review. It is prepared by the Team on Responsible Global Value Chains, Markets and…