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Chilean fruit exports dropped 9% in 2017
Chilean fruit exports dropped in the calendar year due to a mix of volume and pricing challenges for some of its biggest earners.
January 09 , 2018
AgroFresh acquires stake in It’s Fresh! technology
The deal with U.K.-headquartered Food Freshness Technology is also expected to boost retail possibilities for AgroFresh's RipeLock Quality System for bananas.
January 09 , 2018
U.K.: Tesco launches plant-based "Wicked" meal range
Demand for vegetarian and vegan food has soared recently, leading the British retailer to launch a new range that celebrates plants.
January 09 , 2018
Prestigious award for New York Apple Association
The association was recently named Business of the Year (2018) by the New York State Agricultural Society (NYSAS).
January 08 , 2018
U.S.: Limoneira forecasts operating income to rise by at least a third in 2018
The California-based company also expects EBITDA will go up by at least a fifth, and that's not including potential benefits from the Tax Cut and Jobs Act.
January 08 , 2018
Mexican weather update: Heavy winds for Baja California, Sonora
Mexico is currently experiencing one cold front after the other in the country's north and northeast, but this week freezing temperatures are being seen in more states along with heavy winds on the southern and Gulf coasts.
January 08 , 2018
Westfalia Fruit partners with Agricom in Latin America
The transaction strengthens Westfalia's existing position in Latin America with new supply opportunities from Chile, Peru and Mexico.
January 08 , 2018
Colombian Hass avocado exports to the U.S. will continue, authorities claim
The first shipments last year were followed by reports of suspensions due to pest concerns, however ICA has announced exports will be underway this month.
January 08 , 2018
California: Ventura County counts the cost of Thomas Fire on crops
Avocados were the worst hit in terms of value while lemon crops suffered the most in terms of volume.
January 08 , 2018
Fairtrade America joins forces with environmental NGO
Through a partnership with '1% for the Planet', Fairtrade America-certified products will contribute to building climate friendly, sustainable supply chains.
January 08 , 2018
