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USITC finds imported blueberries have not caused serious injury to domestic industry
As a result, the investigation will end, and the Commission will not recommend a remedy to the President.
February 11 , 2021
TOMRA Food launches Packhouse Academy
Press Release TOMRA Food has launched the most comprehensive online learning resource for packhouse professionals in the fresh produce industry. Packhouse Academy, powered by TOMRA Academy, offers a wide range of on-demand videos, live interactive webinars, and user-driven training modules. Packhouse Academy will empower individuals to increase their industry-critical knowledge and skills, in turn helping […]
February 11 , 2021
PMA town hall breaks down complex root cause analysis
During PMA's Virtual Town Hall, panelists broke down the process of root cause analysis through real-world examples to provide strategies for everyday growers to use in order to keep fresh produce safe for all.
February 11 , 2021
As South African blueberry exports rise, so does use of sea freight
South African blueberry exports hit another consecutive record in the 2020-21 season, with three-quarters of the fruit shipped via sea freight.
February 11 , 2021
Opinion: The debate on blueberry imports vs domestic supply is worthy of history books
Jim Prevor says that this battle over blueberries, and protecting US farmers versus providing for consumers, is truly a battle that has echoed through U.S. history.
February 11 , 2021
T&G Global launches new early ripening apple brand
T&G Global has launched a new early ripening apple brand which will be one of the first New Zealand apples of the 2021 season to arrive in key Asian markets.
February 11 , 2021
Boosted by lockdowns, U.S. potato sales hit record in 2020
Potatoes were consistently one of the highest performing produce items in terms of year-on-year growth, as consumers looked to purchase longer-lasting fruit and vegetables during the lockdowns.
February 11 , 2021
Tesco to have shareholder vote in bid to tackle UK obesity
The supermarket group is the first FTSE 100 company to be hit with an investor resolution on health grounds.
February 11 , 2021
After heavy rainfall, Chile's Uvanova takes new measures to boost grape sales
A representative of Chile's Uvanova offers an analysis of the measure being taken to boost sales after heavy rainfalls caused losses to table grapes
February 10 , 2021
Peru: Agrarian Promotion Law paralyzes Hass Avocado investments
As the new Agrarian Promotion Law in Peru continues to affect the fruit and vegetable industry, Hass avocado investments experience a "significant slow down", according to a ProHass representative.
February 10 , 2021
