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LIVIE Aims to be the ‘Intel Inside’ of blueberries
An innovative marketing model developed by the Sekoya network will see a quality stamp added to other brands’ packaging to drive repeat purchases.
January 03 , 2023
Agronometrics in Charts: 2022: Blueberries in Review
Acclaimed for their flavor, versatility, and health benefits; their consumption has expanded beyond fresh form, ranging from pureed to powdered. The ever-increasing demand from consumers has led to a meteoric increase in global production and trade.
January 03 , 2023
Uruguay opens international licensing call for new citrus varieties
The cultivars will be available for growers through an international licensing call until Feb. 15, 2023.
January 03 , 2023
Mardi Gras Pear, new from Superfresh Growers
The pear will be available in February 2023.
January 03 , 2023
These vertical farms in Puerto Rico offer five lessons for surviving extreme weather
As storms increase in intensity and cause greater damage and disruption, farmers not only face threats to their livelihoods, but food supply chains risk shortages, which can exacerbate social and health inequities.
December 23 , 2022
North Bay offers premium South American sweet cherries
Atop the volume increase, added political and economic tensions in China will drive an increased percentage of the Chilean cherry crop could hit the North American market this year.
December 22 , 2022
Oro helps extend U.S. market for Kapi Kapi
Oro, which translates as “Gold” in Spanish, is offered alongside Kapi Kapi’s traditional and Crownless pineapple varieties as well as Kapi Kapi premium bananas.
December 22 , 2022
From the CEO’s desk: Branding fresh fruit
Vanguard's CEO Craig Stauffer reflects on the retail experience and branding for fresh fruit.
December 22 , 2022
U.S. Apple exports see major changes
Washington’s apple export business is significantly down compared to pre-Covid years. The industry shipped large apple volumes to India. Now, tariffs prevent those volumes and generally, international markets have declined.
December 22 , 2022
Produce industry icon Jan Delyser to retire
Jan’s career was filled with mentorship and leadership. She was chairperson of the Produce Marketing Association and served on the Board of Directors of the United Fresh Produce Association.
December 22 , 2022
