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David Marguleas, CEO of Sun World: The global grape industry is in the midst of a profound transformation

We spoke with the industry leader about the thinking behind some of Sun World’s most recent announcements, what the future holds for some key mature and emerging production regions, and the widespread disruption that the grape industry faces as it moves into a new chapter.
December 22 , 2021

A guide to cultivating grapes under covers

The practice of cultivating grapes under covers is an alternative that may be somewhat new for some farmers but has become a favorite of hundreds of agricultural producers around the world for several decades, thanks to its advantages and benefits.
December 22 , 2021

Innovative biodegradable agricultural ties

BOA FANG ranks as one of the few dedicated companies to tying processes that use 100% natural, biodegradable and sustainable materials.
December 22 , 2021

Fresh Del Monte's sustainability programs receive high scores, awards

Fresh Del Monte scored in CDP’s Leadership Level with an A- in the Water Security category and wins in the SEAL’s Environmental Initiatives category.
December 22 , 2021

A guide to soil testing on fruit and vegetable farms

Soil testing is a foundation for nutrient management and soil test provides baseline information about the amounts of nutrients available in your soil, and what is needed for healthy plant growth.
December 22 , 2021

Dole renews partnership with child hunger campaign

The two brands look to expand the partnership in 2022 through new initiatives designed in part to counter the pandemic's prolonged effect.
December 21 , 2021

Walmart sued in California for alleged dumping of pesticides, other hazardous waste

A lawsuit filed by the California attorney general and a dozen district attorneys alleges Walmart has dumped nearly 80 tons of hazardous waste,
December 21 , 2021

Agronometrics in Charts: Citrus prices in the U.S. market

This week we take a look at prices of grapefruit, lemons, oranges, limes, clementines and tangerines in the U.S. market in comparison to previous years.
December 21 , 2021

Systems Approach will increase Chilean grape competitiveness in U.S. market

QIMA presents the Systems Approach in place of methyl bromide fumigation to prevent fruit deterioration, extend marketing time at the destination and preserve fruit quality.
December 21 , 2021

Golden Macadamias, world's largest macadamia processor, acquires TOMRA Food's latest sorting technologies to future-proof its competitive advantage

PRESS RELEASE Anticipating the need to produce macadamias in even greater quantities while ensuring perfect quality, South African cooperative business Golden Macadamias has invested in a TOMRA 5C sorting machine with Biometric Signature Identification technology.   When a group of South African macadamia farmers decided 20 years ago to collaborate in processing and marketing their crops […]
December 20 , 2021