Post Archive
Gold Leaf Farming acquires 1,174 acres of almonds in Fresno County
The owner and operator of almond, pistachio, and date farms said it would continue the many excellent farming practices of past owners while converting the almonds from conventional to organic.
August 20 , 2021
Westfalia Fruit achieves Carbon Measured certification of SA-market products and U.K.-market avocados
Westfalia has achieved Carbon Measured certification from the Carbon Trust for its South African-grown avocados sold in the UK market, and its avocado-derived product range sold in the South African market, including avocado, avocado oil and guacamole products.
August 20 , 2021
USHBC launches pilot with Kroger to promote larger blueberry retail pack sizes
The pilot project that will run through the end of August includes targeted on-site ads highlighting the flavor and value benefits of a “Bigger Boost of Blue” in larger pack sizes.
August 19 , 2021
Drought-weakened bee colonies threaten West Coast crops
A shortage of bees needed to pollinate fruits and flowers in putting West Coast cash crops like almonds, plums and apples at risk, according to more than a dozen interviews with farmers, bee experts, economists and farm industry groups.
August 19 , 2021
Hortifrut announces changes in senior executive positions in LatAm and Asia
Berry multinational Hortifrut has announced changes in its ranks of senior executives, with the aim of continuing its development while maintaining its position as a world leader in the agri-food industry.
August 19 , 2021
EPA to ban use of chlorpyrifos after years of legal wrangling
The new rule will take effect in six months and follows an order in April that directed the EPA to halt the agricultural use of the chemical unless it could demonstrate its safety.
August 18 , 2021
Fresh Del Monte Produce takes steps toward 2030 sustainability goals
The company is taking a "bold" step in expanding its sustainability efforts beyond just its operations as a way to do its part in reducing the effects of climate change.
August 18 , 2021
Chile: Relief as growers prepare for unexpected rains amid severe drought
The industry doesn't see this rain as a threat to grape production nor a solution to the extreme drought the country is facing, but is hopeful that it will add snow in the mountains.
August 18 , 2021
USDA requires Mexican figs to be irradiated
The move is to prevent the introduction of black fig fly (BFF) into the U.S., following pest detections in the Latin American country.
August 18 , 2021
More Australian citrus production areas authorized for export to U.S.
Previously, imports of fresh citrus fruit are allowed into the U.S. from the Riverina region of New South Wales District, the Riverland region of South Australia, and the Sunraysia region in Northwest Victoria District.
August 18 , 2021
