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Table grape exporting company hit with AUD$1M fraud fine
According to Australia’s Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry, the company submitted misleading documentation to the department to obtain phytosanitary certification during the 2017 and 2018 export seasons.
August 19 , 2025
Shipping industry and U.S. tariffs—Navigating unknown waters
Tariffs added an extra layer of volatility to an industry already experiencing a particularly tumultuous moment. But to see the real impact of U.S. trade policy on the shipping industry, experts say we must wait.
August 19 , 2025
IBO Summit makes African debut with big hopes for South African industry
For the first time, the IBO Summit will be held in Africa, specifically in South Africa, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from September 25 to 27, 2025, generating high expectations among blueberry industry members.
August 19 , 2025
Go big or go jumbo—Mission Produce brings its jumbo avocado and mango supply to NEPC Expo
The fresh produce grower and distributor will showcase its plus size fruit offering at booth 117 at the New England Produce Council Expo in Boston, Massachusetts.
August 18 , 2025
Nature Fresh Farms names Thomas Dreher as new Chief Financial Officer
With over 20 years of leadership experience Dreher will help drive strong returns while maintaining the Nature Fresh Farms' commitment to quality and environmental stewardship.
August 18 , 2025
Meet the Cool Elegance—Cool Carriers' newest and largest reefer vessel
The reefer vessel is part of the Cool E series, 880,000 cubic feet, and set to expand and strengthen the Cool Carriers' growing fleet.
August 18 , 2025
Hapag-Lloyd reports transport volume increase despite market volatility
The company has refined its 2025 earnings outlook, noting that the forecast remains subject to considerable uncertainty due to geopolitical risks and volatile freight rates.
August 18 , 2025
U.S. tariff hike puts Costa Rican pineapple industry on high alert
Costa Rica’s pineapple industry is monitoring potential impacts after the U.S. raised the import tariff from 10 to 15 percent, with government negotiations underway.
August 18 , 2025
Taylor Farms celebrates the release of its latest impact report
Leading North American salad and healthy fresh foods producer Taylor Farms published its latest impact report, highlighting initiatives involving the company’s products, processes, people, and community engagement. The report features efforts to promote healthy lifestyles in customers, employees, and communities. Among the report’s main announcements are Taylor Farms’ advancements towards more sustainable packaging. Recent efforts […]
August 15 , 2025
Peruvian avocado exports to the U.S. increase 42%
The increase resulted in $134 million for Peru. The U.S. is Peru’s third-largest export destination for avocados, following the Netherlands and Spain.
August 15 , 2025



