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Hazel Tech welcomes new Director of AgTech Sales

Hazel Tech has recently announced that Matt Duerr has joined the company as Director of AgTech Sales. Duerr joins Hazel after holding various sales roles during his 14-year tenure with CHEP. Most recently Duerr helped lead Chep’s Inside Sales team in Florida, working with over 3,000 customers in the U.S. While at CHEP, Duerr spent five […]
May 28 , 2021

Hortifrut doubles EBITDA in first quarter

The producer and marketer of fresh and frozen berries said the better results are mainly the consequence of the good returns from the company's operations in China and Mexico.
May 28 , 2021

Australia: Berries proving to be source of competition

The Australian fruit-farm owner, Vitalharvest Freehold Trust has received 16 separate bids from two buyers, Roc Partners and Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets.
May 28 , 2021

Avocado compound could improve leukemia treatment - study

The compound had previously been researched for its potential in diabetes prevention and weight management, now researchers see a potential usage in leukemia patients.
May 28 , 2021

Naturipe Farms: "In order to be around for so long, you have to be sustainable"

Naturipe Farms continues to focus its efforts on preserving the environment and working with nature to create a future for farmers as their livelihood depends on the land.
May 28 , 2021

Zespri reports record kiwifruit season

The kiwifruit company reported record global sales revenue for its 2020-21 season, with increases in per-tray returns across all categories.
May 28 , 2021

U.S.: Berries drive 8 percent rise in Q1 fruit imports

In fresh, blueberries, strawberries and raspberries all saw gains of around a quarter, but two of the biggest fruit import categories - avocados and bananas - both saw declines.
May 28 , 2021

Bayer sees drop in shares amid ongoing weedkiller cases

Bayer shares dropped as much as five percent yesterday after a U.S. judge rejected its plan to try and limit the cost of future class action claims that its Roundup weedkiller causes cancer.
May 28 , 2021

Freshfel Europe urges MEPs to remember Russian embargo impact

In an open communication, Freshfel Europe urged the European Parliament to not forget the strong and ongoing impact of the now seven-year Russian embargo on the fresh fruits and vegetable sector.
May 27 , 2021

ZAL adding value to the logistics chain

ZAL, a Broom Group company present in Chile and in Colombia, continues with its growth strategies and constant search for solutions to provide comprehensive logistics services to its clients, facilitating their processes and becoming their strategic partner.
May 27 , 2021