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Former Chiquita executive appointed to FiveStars board
With more than two decades of experience in the fresh produce industry, Chris Dugan joins FiveStar's Board of Directors following a career at Chiquita Brands International.
February 23 , 2024
Colombian limes find opportunity as Mexico winds down
Mexico represents 95% of all limes arriving in the U.S. The other 5% is mainly covered by Colombia and to a smaller extent, Peru.
February 23 , 2024
Agronometrics in Charts: The Moroccan blueberry industry: Emergence to global dominance
From 2015 onwards, the sector's trajectory witnessed an exponential ascent, propelled by the infusion of foreign capital.
February 22 , 2024
Q&A: VOG's vertical integration success story
Hannes Tauber, Marketing Manager at VOG, addressed the firm's unique approach from farm to shelf during the past Fruit Logistica fair in Berlin.
February 22 , 2024
U.S. fresh fruit imports on track for decade of growth
USDA forecasts the value of horticultural imports to decline moderately from a high of $98.4 billion in 2024, to a low of $95.8 billion in 2026, before increasing again to $111.5 billion in 2033.
February 22 , 2024
Peru's table grape debut in Japan nears 2,500 tons
Up to week 5 of 2024, Peru has exported more than 14 varieties, with Allison accounting for nearly 22% of all shipments.
February 22 , 2024
Red Sea crisis drives air freight as alternative to higher maritime costs
The Red Sea conflict has jeopardized the global supply chain as prices rice and transit times increase as ships are forced to look for alternative routes to evade the conflict.
February 21 , 2024
Sorma Group's box-filling robot seeks to revolutionize packing technology
Designed to streamline the filling process, the technology offers a seamless solution for placing produce packs in boxes with the utmost care and accuracy.
February 21 , 2024
Goldenberry Farms prepares for Sweet Sugar mango season
The firm is currently working on expanding its acreage to provide a longer season. Sugar mangos can be found in the market usually from March through June.
February 21 , 2024
Onubafruit presents five new blueberry varieties at Fruit Logistica
Company Manager Francisco Sánchez said the new cultivars are in full production, with “magnificent results” observed so far.
February 21 , 2024
