New developments for British Columbia’s 2023 cherry season

As the British Columbia (B.C.) cherry season approaches this summer, the industry is seeing a few welcome developments. This starts with exports. “We…

Smaller ginger volumes from Peru expected this season

Until recently, US demand for ginger was strong and little product was offered. However, prices have softened as the new crop Chinese ginger has hit…

U.S. blueberry industry pushes on tariff amendment ahead of trade mission to Japan

Following a U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement formed in 2020 that eliminated Japan’s tariffs on fresh and dried blueberries but left tariffs on frozen…

Cherries and apples

Honeybear Brands acquires two Washington facilities

Honeybear Brands®, furthering its growth and expansion initiatives, is pleased to announce its acquisition of two separate facilities in Pateros,…

New Sunburst Gold pineapple debuts

Chiquita is debuting the new Sunburst Gold Pineapple. The enhanced variation of the pineapple features a sweeter flavor and will come in redesigned…

New financing solution supports shipments from Latin America to Europe

ProducePay has announced the expansion of its Quick-Pay solution to now support trade with buyers in Europe via ocean freight from Latin America.…

Fresh Del Monte invests in plant-based food firm

Fresh Del Monte, Inc., a vertically integrated producer, distributor and marketer of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, and Vertage Inc., a chef-founded company…

Vegetables might cost 30% more by Thanksgiving, due to winter storms

California tomato growers still have trouble getting their fields dry

Much of America’s ‘salad bowl’ is still underwater after a series of atmospheric river-fueled storms hit California over the winter. And even now, with the…

Chile and the US strengthen bilateral relations for the exchange of fresh fruits

A delegation from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and its Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) visited Chile last week…

Golf tournament benefits metastatic breast cancer

Alpine Fresh and Procacci Brothers joined forces to host a charity golf tournament in Doral, Florida to benefit Metavivor, a nonprofit organization…

Recipients of 2nd Annual Fresh Chefs Scholarship announced

The Southeast Produce Council is proud to announce the recipients of the 2nd annual occurrence of its newest scholarship program – SEPC Fresh Chefs:…

Farmmi Inc. to ship high-volume mushroom order to Canada

Farmmi, Inc., an agriculture products supplier in China, has announced it is shipping a new high-volume mushroom order for its commercialized black fungus to…

GrowGeneration partners with Bridgetown Mushrooms to begin selling mycology supplies

GrowGeneration Corp. and GrowLife, Inc. have announced a multi-year partnership focused on the development and sale of mycology supplies, placing both…

Chitosan-based avocado coating might improve shelf life

ACS Food Science & Technology researchers claim a chitosan-based coating can preserve avocados for longer periods. Researchers at the American Chemical Society…

Global Coalition of Fresh Produce urges: Safeguard produce supply

The Global Coalition of Fresh Produce recently called on national and international policymakers to implement measures to safeguard the supply of affordable…

REYCO Systems unveils revolutionary EcoMiser Elite oil removal system

Advancing the future of potato processing

REYCO Systems®, a manufacturer of oil removal systems to the growing processed potato and French fry industry, has announced the launch of their newest…

Chilean Kiwi Committee

Historic low volumes for Southern Hemisphere's kiwi harvest

According to the latest report of the Chilean Kiwi Committee, the harvests are coming to an end and the final data regarding volumes will be available in a few…

Migori district, Nyanza province

Kenyan farmers switch from tobacco to avocado farming

The recent global shift towards a more health-conscious way of life has led to the adoption of healthier eating habits, including the increased consumption of…

Charles Rossouw – Roslé Boerdery

Fair demand from Europe for South African citrus

Autumn rain continues to fall over the Loskop Valley where lemons and clementines are waiting to be harvested.The rain, blocking out picking this whole…

The drought has overwhelmed Tunisian producers

Four consecutive years of drought have gotten the better of Tunisian producers and forced them to abandon several crops in favor of others, also…

photo report: global tomato conference

"No more business as usual in tomato industry"

Are you packing your tomatoes in black or white? According to research presented at the Global Tomato Conference, the contrast of the black packaging…

Worries over damages from cracking

Steady prices for first supplies of Apulian cherries

Incessant rains are worrying Italian cherry growers about the damage from cracking that could jeopardize the harvest or a part of it. However, the…

Arnaud, Lacour:

“The Moroccan blueberry campaign has been consistent in volumes and prices”

“We still have two to three weeks of marketing left for the Moroccan blueberry season, but with the weather-related problems that production has…

“Russia and the Far East are the most important markets for our cherries”

To give itself a better position in the cherry industry, Goknur is focused on both increasing production as well as extending the season. Ali Aslanali, general…

28-29 June 2023, Lérida, Catalonia

Interpera extends early bird rate for International Pear Congress

The international pear congress will take place on June 28-29, 2023, in Lérida in Spain's Catalonia region. The early bird rate has been extended up to 15…

Mintec

Weakening Lira causes uncertainty in commodity markets amid Turkish elections

Simultaneous presidential and parliamentary elections were held in Turkey on 14th May. The results are set to have a significant impact on several…

The World Potato Congress Inc. officially adopts Declaration of Dublin

Fostering potato partnerships for food security

The World Potato Congress (WPC) Inc., through its mission of creating value chain networking within the global potato community, has officially adopted the…

New owner appoints new CEO and Board of Directors for Maersk Supply Service

As of May 15th 2023, A.P. Møller Holding A/S has acquired Maersk Supply Service A/S from A.P. Møller – Mærsk A/S, through closing of the transaction previously…

17-19 May 2023

Operators from around the world at the Baku trade fair

The Interfood Caspian agro Azerbaijan fair in Baku is in full swing. A few Italian companies are present, including Futura srl. There are, however,…

Bid online for vegetable machinery from Invicta Produce Ltd

Are you looking for equipment for your vegetable production plant? Industrial Auctions offers many for sale on their online auction in Ramsgate (UK).…

Fruit importing company ships one ton of cocaine into Armenia

According to sources within the National Security Service (NSS) of Armenia, approximately one ton of cocaine was imported into Armenia by a fruit importing…

Australian banana plantation project earns Verra plastic credits

A plasoc removal project at a banana plantation in northern Queensland. Australia this week was registered under Verras plastic programme and became the second…

Grapes can cause subtle shifts in human microbiome

Several studies have indicated that diet plays a crucial role in maintaining and altering the gut microbiome. Gut microbial population and abundance affect the…