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In terms of imports to the U.S., fresh fruits are the largest component, growing by $800 million (4%) to $20.3 billion.

The latest U.S. Agriculture Department Household Food Security in the United States report is based on the Current Population Survey (CPS) Food Security Supplement data collected by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census, in December 2023.  The study, built on a survey made up of nearly 40,000 people, found that the 2023 […]

Peruvian company AgroAndino has Global GAP certification for 130 producers and hopes to soon conquer the U.S. market.

China-based shipping and logistics company COSCO SHIPPING Ports Limited, just released the interim results of the Company and its subsidiaries for this year's 6 months, ended 30 June 2024. According to the report, the total throughput increased 8.2% year over year (YoY) to 69,858,501 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU). Both equity and revenue throughput also increased […]

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SEKOYA® initially developed the LIVIE™ Dispenser as an answer to the new European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), getting close to becoming EU law which states that as of 2030, several types of single-use plastic packaging will be banned, including disposable packaging for <1.5kg fresh, unprocessed fruits & vegetables. The company says now they […]

The new measures seek to identify conditions that are reasonably likely to introduce known or reasonably foreseeable hazards to produce or food contact surfaces.

Passion fruit, dragon fruit, and guava are nutrient-rich fruits with popular antioxidants that serve as important economic crops for the Sunshine State. 

The new reference price tool will make it easier for companies to find out what prices they must pay workers to enable living incomes. 

Natus Foods announced the availability of its premium Brussels sprouts, by Born Farms, will be from October to February. "They are the perfect choice during the holiday months and can be customized to the customer’s needs. There is a variety of pack styles available to fit any foodservice or retail use," the company said in […]