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Naturipe owner announces Southeast blueberry expansion
Over the last year, Michigan Blueberry Growers (MBG), an owner of Naturipe Farms, has made significant additions to its Southeast blueberry program.
March 02 , 2022
Pilot program turns to teenages amid severe U.S. truck driver shortage
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, a branch of the Transportation Department, outlined details for the program last week, setting up training procedures and vehicle safety technology requirements.
January 21 , 2022
Dutch officers seize over 4 tons of cocaine hidden among bananas at Rotterdam port
The find was made on December 30 and had a street value of €300m, officials said. Once emptied, the container continued its journey to Antwerp port under police surveillance.
January 10 , 2022
Plastic-free food packaging that kills dangerous bacteria
Potentially extending the shelf-life of fresh fruit by two to three days, the natural food packaging is made from a type of corn protein called zein, starch and other naturally derived biopolymers.
January 07 , 2022
S2G Ventures reveals 10 trends shaping the future of food & AgTech in 2022
In response to changing consumer preferences, climate change and shifts in the capital market landscape, the company predicts that we are entering a global food transition, much like the global energy transition.
January 05 , 2022
Mission Produce bolsters Board of Directors
“Her proficiency in driving growth with multiple brands such as Burts Bees, Kingsford, and Hidden Valley will be of value as we continue to build the Mission Produce brand globally.”
December 16 , 2021
Chile: Regions begin 2021-22 table grape export season
Daniela Norambuena, executive secretary of the Northern Agricultural Society (SAN) said that there have been positive expectations as well as production potential for traditional and patented table grapes.
December 15 , 2021
U.S. House of Representatives passes Ocean Shipping Reform Act
The bill aims to crack down on unreasonable practices by container shipping lines, bolster U.S. enforcement against uncompetitive carrier practices, and improve transparency for exporters.
December 09 , 2021
Fewer ships anchoring at Ports of Los Angeles, Long Beach mere counting trick
A new queueing system is responsible for the false sense of ease after a significant drop in the number of ships at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach in the U.S. was reported. On Nov. 16, there were 86 ships in San Pedro Bay. But by Nov. 22, there were just 60, a […]
December 08 , 2021
Chile: Phytosanitary Inspection Site to be installed in Coquimbo for grapes, other produce
The project involves the construction of a place to examine grapes and other fresh fruit and vegetable products produced in northern Chile.
December 06 , 2021
