Harold Paivarinta with Red Sun Farms

“Sustainability will become even more integral to conducting business”

There's probably not a single produce company that doesn't use the word 'sustainability' in their mission, vision, or objectives. However, what does…

It’s a mixed bag of table grapes coming out of Mexico

Through the first week of June, the Mexican table grape industry has shipped 35 percent more volume compared to the same time last year. More than 5…

Great quality, but low pricing on California mature green tomatoes

California harvest of mature green tomatoes is currently centered in the Coachella Valley, the very southern part of the state. The desert season…

Tighter rhubarb supply from Pacific Northwest

The rhubarb field crop out of Washington has some challenges this season. "We had some damage last fall so we've had to move a lot of our customers to…

Promising season ahead for cherries

Orchard View Cherries is gearing up for a fruitful season, with an outlook of consistent, large-sizing, and mature sugars. Exclusively marketed by…

MSU breeder develops new genetically engineered potato

A new genetically engineered potato developed by Michigan State University potato breeder Dave Douches has been granted exemption from the…

Fyffes appoints Frank Burkhardt as Chief Commercial Officer

Fyffes has announced the appointment of Frank Burkhardt as Chief Commercial Officer to oversee an ambitious growth strategy, which includes the…

Documentary-style series showcases technology’s impact on reducing food waste

ProducePay, the agtech company on a mission to transform the global agricultural industry into a more predictable, connected and sustainable supply…

Produce industry advocates for critical issues impacting its sector in Ottawa

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) and Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) held their spring annual joint advocacy event, Farm…

Alonso Puga, from Proserla:

"Greater grape production expected across Peru, following a year in which the volume was reduced by 12%"

After a year 2022 marked by very high sea freight rates and a shortage of fertilizers, and a 2023 shaped by adverse weather conditions, the Peruvian…

Hortifrut to have a new CEO starting July

Starting July 1, 2024, and following an extensive international search process, Mr. Héctor Enrique Luján Valladolid will be appointed by Hortifrut as…

Lance Jungmeyer appointed to USTR Advisory Committee

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA)'s president, Lance Jungmeyer, has been selected to join the newly created Seasonal and Perishable…

Free webinar series from GLOBALG.A.P. this summer

GLOBALG.A.P. North America is excited to announce its new free summer webinar series highlighting the often-untapped value that farmers can derive from…

Darryl Di Milo joining RZH Canada

RZH Canada LTD, one of the dealers of Rijk Zwaan in Canada, is pleased to announce the hiring of Darryl Di Milo as sales representative for the…

Nova Scotia strawberry farmers anticipate competition from south of the border

In Nova Scotia, strawberry farmers are preparing for the upcoming harvest, with expectations set around 10 days for the commencement of picking. The local…

Over 95% of designated potato acres have been successfully planted province of Manitoba

The latest report on potato planting in Manitoba indicates that over 95% of the designated potato acres have been successfully planted across the province. The…

Lineage announces plans to expand Hobart, Indiana Facility

Lineage, a prominent global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT and integrated solutions provider, has announced an expansion of its facility located…

Washington State's potato yield sets global record

Washington State, USA, is recognized for achieving the highest potato yield per acre globally, with more than 300 farmers cultivating the crop across an area…

Market and Crop Update for June 6, 2024

'2024 season will kick off with yellow Walla Walla Sweet harvest starting next week'

MARKETWalla Walla:Michael Locati with Locati Farms and Pacific Agra Farms said on June 5 that the 2024 season will kick off with the yellow Walla Walla Sweet…

Chile advances in the opening of Asian markets for its fruit exports

Chile's Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) together with Frutas de Chile have been meeting for the past week with phytosanitary authorities from Japan,…

USDA

Mexico’s 2024 tomato production forecast at 3.30 million tons

Mexico's 2024 tomato production is forecast at 3.30 million metric tons (MMT), a two percent increase over 2023, driven by export demand and investment…

Don Mac Farlane – Woolworths Foods SA

Well-considered packaging is non-negotiable for food safety by choice, not by chance

At a recent seminar organized by the International Fresh Produce Association's (IFPA) Southern Africa chapter, Don Mac Farlane of Woolworths Foods…

Alison Tolson - Avorama

"The crop for this year is sizing up well and the fruit is clean"

This year has seen much improved growing conditions throughout Australia, following two years of bad weather. "We had quite drought like conditions…

New Zealand's kiwifruit growers produce record breaking crop of over 193 million trays

The 2024 kiwifruit harvest has been hugely successful, with New Zealand's largest ever crop having been picked. With only small volumes left to be…

Jan Kraaijeveld, Refruit:

"We convert containers full of rejected avocados into high-quality oil every week"

After working in the fruit and vegetable trade for about twenty years, Jan Kraaijeveld stepped into the world of processing rejected avocados into…

Coen Swager, TB&S: "Planning and programs fell through after excessive rain"

"Bit by bit, we are expanding with Violetti purple pointed cabbage"

The growing conditions for North Holland's open ground vegetables are proving difficult due to the wet weather. "We've had a substantial amount of…

New packaging solutions by SMP

Innovations to prolong produce shelf-life

Not just bags that preserve the freshness and prolong the shelf-life of produce: SMP boasts other fully biodegradable/compostable solutions against…

Javier Martínez Gabaldón from PGI Melocotón de Cieza:

"Due to climate change, we are planning to introduce varieties with lower cold hour requirements into the PGI"

The peach campaign has already kicked off in the Spanish Region of Murcia, and in about 15 days, the harvest of the varieties under the PGI Melocotón…

Although SmartMak is known for date processing, machinery is also suited for citrus

"Our equipment is adept at processing various fruits and vegetables"

The right processing line is essential when processing dates into pastes, syrup and even sugar, says Noor Bakri, Regional Sales Director for SmartMak,…

"A mission focused on efficiency as well as real benefits and practical knowledge"

Trade mission to introduce overseas exporters to Polish market

A new trade mission has been scheduled for September, aimed to invite exporters from overseas to learn about and connect with the Polish market, Rafal…

Chris Rose - Asplins Producer Organisation

"One of the advantages of this weather is that the fruit is a good size and the taste is great"

Although May 2024 was reported as the warmest on record, the sunshine hours were lacking, the above average temperatures were mainly the result of…

DP World targets 40% rail freight share at Southampton in 2026

DP World is encouraging freight owners to transport their goods by rail from Southampton, taking thousands of trucks off the UK's roads, targeting a…

Fruit Attraction announces a new edition of the Innovation Hub Awards

For one more year, Fruit Attraction is organising a new edition of the Innovation Hub Awards. These awards that recognise innovation and…

Photo report:

"We're catering 100+ restaurants in the Brussels area"

"We began with modest ambitions, but our vision has always been clear: to produce fresh, sustainable food within the city for the city," says Dario…

Van Vugt Kruiden grows along with client demand

'Time to expand and modernize,' the folks at Van Vugt Kruiden in the Netherlands recently thought. Why? To become more sustainable and grow along with…

Whole lemons as snacks: TikTok’s latest viral food trend

Eating whole lemons, peel and all, has become a viral trend on TikTok. These lemons, known for their high vitamin C content, support immune health,…

Hawke's Bay

Japanese company prepares to harvest from 1400 vines next summer

Greencollar, a Japanese entity, has recently completed its inaugural harvest of table grapes from 700 vines and is gearing up for the next summer's harvest…

Patrick Meikle - Golden Bay Fruit

"IP varieties, especially the Miranda have seen massive growth in Asia"

The UK market has been getting arrivals of the new season New Zealand apples since early April, which is pretty normal timing. "We had our first…

state-of-the-art blueberry nursery to be realized

US blueberry genetics company expands in Romania

Fall Creek announces the acquisition of a 50-hectare land parcel in Moara Vlasiei (Romania) from Portland Trust, a prominent real estate developer, to…

Extreme weather impacts European agriculture, hitting food supply chains

The frequency of extreme weather events in Europe, including the UK, has seen a significant rise, with occurrences increasing by nearly 50% over the…