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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



