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U.S. retail produce market "growing more complex by the week"
Fresh produce demand in the U.S. retail market softened slightly in the week ended August 2, with numerous factors affecting sales.
August 13 , 2020
New tools created in the fight against citrus greening disease
Scientists are closer to gaining the upper hand on a citrus greening disease, saying new models of the bacterium linked to the disease reveal control methods that were previously unavailable.
August 12 , 2020
Two key horticultural industry events in Chile moved to April 2021
New dates have been announced for two events - the inaugural Agricultural Water Summit and the third annual edition of the Global Cherry Summit.
August 10 , 2020
AgroFresh holds customer webinar
PRESS RELEASE As Chilean apple growers prepare for the upcoming harvest season, they’ll have access to a new harvest management solution thanks to AgroFresh’s near-harvest Harvista™ 1.3 SC technology, which helps to deliver high-quality fruit and create harvest management flexibility for apple and pear growers. Harvista’s unique and innovative mode of action inhibits the perception […]
August 09 , 2020
Ayco Farms notes "substantial increase" in bagged asparagus sales
Florida-based Ayco Farms says it is experiencing a "substantial increase" in bagged asparagus sales to some of its largest retail customers as consumer trends are changing in today's economy. “Bagged asparagus grabbed attention and seems to have kept traction due to consumer trends and the convenience of packaged produce,” says Avi Nir, Ayco CEO. “We see consumers buying […]
August 07 , 2020
T&G Global posts strong H1 despite Covid-19 challenges
T&G Global CEO Gareth Edgecombe says despite unprecedented COVID-19 challenges, the company's results demonstrate that its ongoing transformation is shifting the business forward.
August 06 , 2020
Oppy introduces Haskap berries to Vancouver retailers
With a sweet, tangy taste, the berries have a flavor profile that combines elements of blueberries, raspberries and blackberries.
August 06 , 2020
EU apple production forecast flat for upcoming season
The 2020 forecast from Prongosfruit revealed that apple production will likely drop by 1% year-on-year, while pear production will rise by 12%.
August 06 , 2020
U.S.: Fruit imports dip slightly while vegetables jump in H1
Total fruit imports to the U.S. fell by 2% in the first half of the year while vegetable imports notched a 10% increase, recently released USDA data show.
August 06 , 2020
California table grape crop revised down
With the California table grape season in full swing and expectations for a positive season as the backdrop, the California Table Grape Commission revised its estimate for 2020.
August 05 , 2020
