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Virus from parasitic mites are behind U.S. honey bee colony decline

Earlier this year, the United States suffered severe bee colony losses; average reported losses since the preceding spring exceeded 60%.
June 20 , 2025

Agronometrics to host webinar on proposed Peruvian Price Quality Index for blueberries

Agronometrics CEO Colin Fain will present the concept behind the Peruvian Price Quality Index for Blueberries, a new initiative aimed at quantifying the value of premium fruit in the market.
June 20 , 2025

Equifruit joins campaign to address gender-based violence

The firm is now a founding signatory of the “Silence Does Not Protect” campaign, a public initiative aimed at preventing gender-based violence and sexual harassment in the banana industry.
June 20 , 2025

Tru-Cape welcomes Johan Brink and Calla du Toit as board members to drive strategic expansion

Their appointments come at a pivotal moment as Tru-Cape embarks on two key strategic focus areas: strengthening its presence in Africa and the local market, and unlocking growth through partnerships with non-shareholder producers.
June 19 , 2025

Mega container ships resume transit through Suez Canal

The transit of CMA CGM OSIRIS signals a cautious return of large vessels under new incentive measures.
June 19 , 2025

Sunkist Growers launches summer citrus promotions

Industry data shows citrus sales are thriving, with citrus volume increasing by 12% during the week of July 4 compared to last year, outpacing overall produce growth of 5% and fruit growth of 6%.
June 19 , 2025

New study finds that fruit drinks (not fruit juices) are linked to diabetes risk

Fruit juices are often compared to sodas due to their elevated sugar content. However, a recent study has shed some light on the matter, providing an important differentiation between fruit juices and fruit drinks.
June 19 , 2025

Cherry production in the Northwest expected to rise 13%

Cherry season started earlier this year, thanks to warmer weather, and is expected to last until late August or early September.
June 18 , 2025

Farms, restaurants, and hotels no longer exempt from Trump ICE raids - reports

The Presidency has been under significant pressure from all three industries since his administration ramped up ICE arrests due to disruptions in their labor forces. 
June 18 , 2025

John Anderson receives honorary doctorate from University of the Fraser Valley

Press release Oppy is proud to announce that Chairman, CEO and Managing Partner John Anderson was presented with an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of the Fraser Valley at its spring convocation ceremony on June 10, 2025. The honorary degree recognizes Anderson for his exceptional contributions as a global agricultural leader playing […]
June 18 , 2025