Hazel Tech teams up with Farmlands Co-operative in New Zealand

The partnership focuses on the use of Hazel Trex, a new pre-harvest technology launched by Hazel Tech this year, with support from global New Zealand kiwifruit marketer Zespri.

July 27 , 2020

U.S.: Cyclospora cases grow as source remains unknown

As of July 22, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is reporting a total of 641 cases across 11 predominantly Mid-Western states.

July 27 , 2020

TOMRA Food opens new regional headquarters in Latin America

The new base in Chile means that TOMRA Food and its two sister companies, Compac and BBC Technologies, now all have a strong presence in the key agricultural region.

July 24 , 2020

U.S.: Potato sales have skyrocketed by a third since onset of pandemic

All potato categories across the retail store, except deli-prepared sides, increased in dollar and volume sales over a three-month period.

July 23 , 2020

U.S.: Meth found hidden in shipment of green onions

Customs officers at the Otay Mesa Port of Entry found US$1.4 million worth of methamphetamine stashed in a shipment of green onions over the weekend, authorities said.

July 22 , 2020

U.S. reversal on in-restaurant dining opening a "devastating hit" to foodservice produce sales

The PMA representative's comments came as fresh vegetable sales at U.S. retail notched a 16% uptick year-on-year, with summer fruit sales also performing well.

July 22 , 2020

Hazel Tech announces successful mango partnership with Peruvian exporter

Hazel Technologies' CEO says the success of the new Peruvian partnership paves the way for future partnerships in India, Brazil, and Thailand.

July 17 , 2020

Amazon to launch smart carts that let shoppers skip checkout lines

The retailer is testing Dash Cart, Amazon's new tech innovation that allows grocery shoppers to skip checkout lines, in its California store.

July 15 , 2020

C.H. Robinson and Microsoft partner to "digitally transform" future supply chains

By combining their platforms, the leading companies aim to enable real-time visibility and meet the changing demands of evolving global supply chains.

July 14 , 2020

Peruvian avocado exports up 15% in H1

In contrast to the first half of 2019, when Peru's export volume rose by 9% but average prices took a 30% hit, this year exports have increased without having a significant impact on prices overall.