Chilean table grapes: Struggle to get Systems Approach approved

We spoke with Andrés Rodríguez, agricultural attaché of the Chilean embassy in the U.S. about negotiations on the approval of the Systems Approach for Chilean table grapes, which has once again been held up for political reasons.

October 23 , 2023

Fresh del Monte posts 2022 sustainability report

One of the report’s biggest milestones is launching the new line extension, Del Monte Zero Pineapple, a carbon-neutral pineapple that offsets carbon emissions from farm to market as certified by SCS Global Services.

October 20 , 2023

Ron Vachris appointed CostCo CEO

Longtime chief executive Craig Jelinek will be stepping down, as the succession is part of a long established plan.

October 20 , 2023

Chilean apricots and peaches granted China access

According to the Chilean Ministry of Agriculture statement, once the audit is in conformity, exports are expected to start this season.

October 20 , 2023

A Promising Year for Chilean Stone Fruits: Controlled Atmosphere Innovation and Quality

Controlled Atmosphere plays a critical role in the export of stone fruits such as D'Agen plums or white-flesh nectarines, as it reduces the fruits' ripening rate by managing oxygen and carbon dioxide levels.

October 19 , 2023

WAPA revises Northern Hemisphere apple and pear forecast

The World Apple and Pear Association announced a revision of its August crop estimates, with further declines projected for both crops.

October 19 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: Commencement of Jalisco's raspberry season causing dips in pricing

Prices witnessed a notable decrease over the course of week 40, however, pricing levels were still approximately 33% higher in comparison to the corresponding period in 2022.

October 19 , 2023