North Carolina bounces back with larger peach crop

North Carolina is welcoming a large crop of peaches this season. "A few growers have had issues with hail which is a bad thing. Other than that, every…

Why Europe doesn't see as many Enoki mushroom recalls as North America

The Enoki mushroom market has been experiencing growth, driven by their unique taste as well as increased consumer interest in healthy products. Enoki…

New blueberry variety helps British Columbia supply later into season

Following two challenging seasons, this year's blueberry crop in British Columbia looks to be a good-sized crop. "In 2022, we had a heat dome with a…

Village Farms features two long-term employees from the Netherlands

Village Farms Fresh has been growing in greenhouses in North America for the past 35 years. The company operates high-tech growing facilities in West…

“Peru’s blueberries are expected to achieve a new growth record in this 2024/2025 campaign”

The hope of an increase in blueberry volumes and return to normal in this 2024/2025 campaign is a reality for the Peruvian blueberry industry. "Rather…

Sunrise Produce acquires specialty produce distributor

Sunrise Produce, a wholesale produce distribution company based in Southern California, announced its acquisition of Moceri Produce ("Moceri"), a…

More than 40 tons of avocado were stolen in two thefts in Michoacan

Mexico's Attorney General's Office (FGR) has started to investigate the theft of 40,000 kilos of avocado in Michoacan, a leading producer of this fruit in…

Rate hikes on India-US trade routes in June

Container lines are preparing for rate increases on shipments from India to the United States, despite facing market challenges such as excess capacity. From…

California’s flat sweet onion season underway

California flat sweet onions are now in season. Progressive Produce and its division, Keystone Fruit Marketing, have a comprehensive year-round sweet…

Leafy greens market expanded through licensing agreement

PRPairwise–which launched its first leafy greens blend edited with CRISPR for improved flavor in North America last year–is starting the next phase of…

Kenyan avocado firm to invest in value addition as it eyes U.S. market

A Kenyan fresh produce company has announced a U.S$20 million investment in value addition, a move inspired by President William Ruto's visit to the United…

USDA invests in expanding American food exports like cherries and blueberries

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has allocated $300 million to 66 organizations within the U.S., such as the Cherry Marketing Institute, U.S.…

Government Dominican Republic urged to lift ban on exporting plantains to Haiti

In the Dominican Republic, a pressing issue has emerged as vendors from a market bordering Haiti are urging the government to reconsider the current ban on…

Mexico leads fruit and vegetable consumption in Latin America

According to a survey conducted by Statista Consumer Insight in 2023, Mexico has the highest consumption of fruits and vegetables in Latin America, as 86% of…

Peru exported 49,749 tons of onions in the first quarter of 2024

In the first quarter of 2024, Peru exported 49,749 tons of onions, generating $23 million in revenues. The export volume decreased by 10% over the same period…

Strawberry grower-shipper awards 14 scholarships

Bobalu Berry Farms is celebrating its third year awarding scholarships to graduating high school seniors. The Bobalu Berry Farms Scholarship program…

Integrates AI-powered platform with NEC's CropScope smart farming initiative

NEC X invests in agtech startup Verdi

NEC X, the Silicon Valley innovation accelerator backed by NEC's portfolio of advanced technologies, today announced a new investment in Verdi…

Camposol Holding PLC reports preliminary results

Camposol continues positive trend in 1Q 2024

Camposol Holding PLC, a multinational company dedicated to providing fresh and healthy food globally, today announced its preliminary financial results…

Viral TikTok: self-checkout pronounces "Organic Bananas" hilariously

TikTok users are amused by a Stop & Shop self-checkout's funny pronunciation of "organic bananas," garnering 9.2 million views. The video, posted by…

Avocado cultivation expands in South Africa

In South Africa, avocado cultivation, initially predominant in the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces, has extended to the KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape, and…

Joachim Prinsloo – Sunreaped

Eastern Europe stokes demand for South African avocados

"Our Pinkerton avocados have delivered a handsome crop, exceptionally clean with little damage by weather elements," says Joachim Prinsloo, CEO of…

High European demand increases prices for Egyptian table grapes

The start of the Egyptian table grape season is marked by a considerable increase in demand, against a drop in volumes, which is enabling growers and…

South African Bigbucks apple variety granted plant breeders’ rights Down Under

Bigbucks, the Gala mutation from South Africa, known for its wine red colour, entered a new chapter after it was recently granted plant breeders'…

"Gala apples are almost completely depleted"

Looking at the availability of apples from Poland, the situation is a lot like it was in the previous season around this period, says Jakub Krawczyk,…

Useful training on good agricultural practices and company expertise

"We are thrilled to have reached the Final of the Cooking Quiz held last weekend at Teatro Olimpico in Rome. It was a very important training event which we attended to share our company…

Ahn Tran - SAO MAi Agro

"Our production has fortunately not been significantly impacted by the recent droughts in Vietnam"

SAO MAI Agro is a relatively new exporter of fresh and processed fruit from Vietnam, the company specializes in mango, pineapple and passion fruit.…

Adding smart solutions where it matters most

IFCO digital delivery tracking and slot booking hits the road

In today's fast-paced, digital-first world, efficiency and convenience are paramount, also when it comes to business solutions. As businesses strive to…

GoMicro revolutionizes strawberry quality assessment with AI

GoMicro has announced the successful conclusion of beta trials for its ground-breaking AI-powered strawberry assessment technology with one of the…

Chinese exporters adapt to rising shipping costs

Recent adjustments in container transportation fees by global shipping entities like CMA CGM Group, Hapag-Lloyd AG, and Maersk Line have led to significant…

Greek authorities found 46 kilos of cocaine in a banana container

Greek authorities intercepted 46 kilos of cocaine concealed in a banana container on a ship at Piraeus port, according to police. This follows Greece's…