Limited US apple imports expected this season

It's no secret that the US apple crop is abundant this season and stocks are significantly higher compared to previous years. "On the upside however,…

Strawberry supply strong despite 2024’s weather challenges

The supply of strawberries is strong and stable right now. "Our Oxnard, California spring crop is slated to peak in the coming weeks, while the Santa…

2023 saw strong demand for ginger

Ginger supply in North America is shipping largely out of China right now. "Peruvian ginger is coming to the end of the season. There was some supply…

Photo report of trade show included:

Southern Exposure breaks attendance record

Last week, the Southeastern Produce Council (SEPC) held their annual Southern Exposure event, themed Produce: The Unseen Heroes. It was focused on…

Personal size Precious Honeyglow Pineapple hits the market

This week, Fresh Del Monte unveils Del Monte® Precious Honeyglow™, a personal-size fresh pineapple that is available nationwide year-round exclusively…

Ojai Pixie tangerine season arrives

Just as the prime harvest time for domestic citrus starts to wind down, Ojai Pixie Tangerines have arrived. These petite powerhouses of flavor are…

New marketing manager for Family Tree Farms

Family Tree Farms has named Leighton Dill as marketing manager. The appointment is effective immediately. "I am deeply honored to be a part of such a…

U.S. March apple storage up a notable 34 percent over 2023

According to a monthly survey, the total number of U.S. apples in storage on March 1, 2024, was 118 million bushels, 34 percent more than last March's…

Mintec

Positive bloom conditions and increased availability weigh on US almond pricing

US almond prices fell last week with prices for standards moving below the $1.80/lb barrier for the first time in five weeks. The Mintec Benchmark…

April 3, 2024

Spring Policy Summit keynote tackles US-Mexico trade

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) is finalizing its agenda for the 2024 Spring Policy Summit, a forum for government officials and…

Calavo Growers, Inc. announces First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

'Avocado margin per case improved, tomato gross profit declined'

Calavo Growers, Inc. today reported its financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended January 31, 2024. First Quarter Financial OverviewIn the…

Mission Produce announces Fiscal 2024 First Quarter Financial results

“We are off to a strong start in fiscal 2024"

Mission Produce, Inc. today reported its financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended January 31, 2024. Fiscal First Quarter 2024 Financial…

Man replaces wife's cosmetic soap with a potato

In a light-hearted turn of events, a husband decided to prank his wife by replacing her beauty soap with a potato, closely resembling her usual soap.…

Hoping to deepen benefits for farmers and workers

Limiting entry to new fresh banana producers

The banana industry presents challenges beyond the ordinary. Global issues such as climate change, inflation, and a market predominantly controlled by…

Sérgio Negrão, Jagrao in Brazil:

“We expect lime prices to rise in Europe with the arrival of spring”

The lower market prices in Europe has caused Brazilian lime exporters to focus on their local market that offered better prices. According to Sérgio…

T&G announces excellent start to 2024 JAZZ season

The first of the much-anticipated 2024 Aotearoa New Zealand-grown JAZZ™ apples are this week being picked ready for New Zealanders and consumers around…

Western Australia all clear of Queensland fruit fly

The Cook Government is pleased to announce Western Australia has been declared free of Queensland fruit fly (Qfly) today on the back of a successful…

Nico van Schalkwyk, Fruitalyst

Successes in Germany & UK spur on South African seedless lemons

"We are excited to see that seedless lemons are slowly but surely cannibalising shelf space from seeded lemons," remarks Nico van Schalkwyk, CEO of…

30 May, Les Dunes d'Or Congress Hall, Agadir -

Moroccon industry meeting at Tomato Conference 2024

To foster collaboration, share expertise, and address industry challenges, the Morocco Tomato Conference is set to take place on May 30th at Les Dunes…

FreshFel Europe -

Compromise on new EU Packaging law will dramatically damage fresh produce consumption

After reviewing the content of the preliminary agreement of the Trilogue between the European Council, European Parliament and Commission on the…

Pulivendula Market Yard

First integrated pack house for bananas and oranges inaugurated in Andhra Pradesh

In a significant development for the agricultural sector of Andhra Pradesh, the state's first Banana Integrated Pack House was inaugurated at the…

Week 10 Fruit Wholesale Market Report

Yunnan blueberry arrivals decrease, durian prices rise sharply

This week, the prices of various seasonal fruits have experienced reductions, attributed partially to sluggish sales, notably seen in imported grapes,…

McDonald’s french fry perfume is real

McDonald's Japan has launched a unique limited-time perfume collection inspired by the scents of their French fries. The line includes three…

Only green kiwifruit sees higher production, 10% lower volumes overall

Smaller sizes for Portuguese kiwi campaign

Kiwicoop, based in Oliveira do Bairro in Aveiro, is a Portuguese company that has been in the market for 35 years. They produce and market…

Online auction of machines for the production of fries and potatoes

Discover a fully automated production, packaging and palletising line for fries and potatoes. Industrial Auctions is organising this auction at Verse…

Red Sea challenges boost charter rates

Analysts and brokers are continuing to report charter rates spiralling upwards as carriers look to plug gaps in their diverted Asia to Europe services…

Mondi to acquire DS Smith

The Boards of Mondi plc and DS Smith Plc announced they have reached an agreement in principle on the key financial terms of a possible all share offer by Mondi for DS Smith.…

British Apples and Pears Limited launches manifesto ahead of UK's general election

British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL), the organisation representing commercial top fruit growers, has published its first ever manifesto ahead of a…

Punjab government entity focused on procurement of 1,000 tons of kinnow from local orchardists

In Punjab, the Punjab Agro Export Corporation (PAGREXCO), a state government entity focused on procurement and supply, reported the purchase of approximately…

FTI urges Thailand to scrutinize fruit and vegetable imports

The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has voiced concerns over the safety of fruit and vegetable imports from neighboring countries and China, following the…

Jammu and Kashmir administration addresses concerns over artificially ripened fruits ahead of Ramadan

In response to the apprehensions surrounding the influx of artificially ripened fruits in Jammu and Kashmir markets ahead of Ramadan, the Food Safety…

Pascal Liu, World Banana Forum:

'Banana prices will rise as climate change impacts UK's favorite fruit'

Climate change and disease are posing significant threats to global banana supplies, with implications for costs, according to Pascal Liu, senior economist at…

Advancements in smart orchard technology with DomAda-FruitDet

In the fruit industry, the integration of deep learning for tasks such as yield prediction and automated picking has been pivotal. The process of…