Post Archive
'Stars align' for Cosmic Crisp: Washington state launches first exclusive apple
The U.S.'s largest apple-growing state has finally got its first exclusive apple variety, which is launching nationwide this season amid sky-high hopes for the future and an unprecedented level of collaboration within the industry.
October 10 , 2019
West Pak Avocado partners with Fairtrade America
PRESS RELEASE Murrieta, CA - West Pak Avocado of Murrieta, California recently received the Fairtrade Mark, one of the most highly recognized and trusted ethical labels in the world. Offered by Fairtrade America, this independent sustainability certification features a predominate Fairtrade logo. If a business meets all of the organization’s rigorous standards, they are permitted to use the […]
October 08 , 2019
Zespri's Sungold is the #1 branded kiwi in the category
PRESS RELEASE ORANGE COUNTY, CA – Zespri is building on its successful consumer campaign of ‘”Let Your Taste Wander” and encouraging retailers to wander to the Zespri booth to see the new look and feel of the SunGold clam pack; taste a refreshing Kiwirita or super smoothie; and join the fun by playing S’KIWI Ball […]
October 08 , 2019
Hortifrut to export berries from Colombia through new partnership
Hortifrut said that its deal with a pioneering Colombian berry company will help it to bolster its blueberry business and be closer to key markets.
October 08 , 2019
Australian-developed compostable cucumber wrap to go global
The eco-friendly alternative to the traditional polyethylene plastic wrap has already generated export interest from Qatar and South Africa.
October 08 , 2019
Avocados in Charts: What can we expect from the market during the rest of 2019?
By looking at the data from last season, some important insights can be given about what we could expect in terms of pricing in the U.S. avocado market.
October 08 , 2019
Ocean Mist Farms launches new organic artichoke packaging
The new packaging options will be displayed at PMA Fresh Summit, and shoppers can expect to see them in stores in time for the November and December holidays.
October 08 , 2019
British retailers suffer worst September since mid-1990s
The BRC says that surveys showed people were spending money on entertainment instead of shopping in the run-up to Brexit.
October 08 , 2019
Avocados From Chile enters second year of partnership with PGA champion Joaquin Niemann
PRESS RELEASE San Carlos, California – The Chilean Avocado Importers Association (CAIA) is excited to announce the second year of partnership with Chilean PGA Tour golf professional Joaquin Niemann. Joaquin will play a key role in Avocados from Chile social media and advertising programs. CAIA first started working with Niemann in the Fall of 2018, […]
October 07 , 2019
The Packaging Pitch: Farming’s eroding social license to operate
"Recently, I came across something I believe needs to be on every produce company’s strategic agenda. In talking with produce CEOs, only a few had heard of it, most had not."
October 07 , 2019
