Post Archive
Chilean cherry exports fall 20%
Despite the dip in cherry exports, growers claim fruit quality improved this season.
March 03 , 2016
Dole, Maersk team up with new reefer solution
With new software, MCI has found a way to maintain fruit quality in Star Cool units while reducing energy usage and cost.
March 03 , 2016
U.S.: LGMA lettuce growers get head start on food safety changes
While some U.S. growers have procrastinated on FSMA compliance, California's lettuce industry is well-prepared.
March 03 , 2016
U.S.: NMB forecasts "unseasonably low" mango import volumes this month
However, record volumes are expected in the months that follow as the Mexican season gathers momentum.
March 02 , 2016
Australia: Adelaide fruit fly quarantine zone extended
The decision was made after single Mediterranean fruit flies were found in traps in Kurralta Park.
March 02 , 2016
Danish supermarket overwhelmed with demand for food past sell-by date
Danish consumers are lining up daily to shop at new supermarket WeFood, a store selling surplus food that is past its sell-by date.
March 02 , 2016
Giumarra table grape varieties make new ground in Chile
The white seedless Arra 15 variety is now grown over 500 hectares in Chile, and is achieving higher prices than last year overseas.
March 02 , 2016
Poor sleep provokes junk food cravings, U.S. study finds
Fruit and vegetable companies might want to promote better sleeping habits amongst the public, as sleepless nights give their competitors an edge.
March 02 , 2016
Venezuelan president launches urban farming scheme
As his country grapples with hyperinflation and shortages, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has announced an ambitious 100-day food production plan.
March 02 , 2016
State of the Market - Week 8, 2016
Northern Hemisphere market report for Week 8 (ending Feb. 26) Feel free to click one of the links below for more weekly reports on the international fruit market: Weekly Stonefruit Market Reports Weekly Cherry Market Reports Weekly Table grape Market Reports Weekly Blueberry Market Reports Weekly Avocado Market Reports Decofrut/edited by www.freshfruitportal.com Freshfruitportal.com is not responsible for […]
March 02 , 2016
