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Chile: Weather-related fruit losses pegged at $150M

Fedefruta said that of the fruit yet to be harvested, losses are estimated at 53 percent of mid-season grapes, 32 percent of blueberries and 30 percent of stone fruit.
February 05 , 2021

Chile: Late-season red grapes spared in mixed picture for rain-hit crops

Blueberries still to be harvested have and mid-season grape varieties have been significantly affected, while there is damage reported to peaches and plums.
February 04 , 2021

Oppy to conduct two trials to further strawberry technologies

Oppy is set to conduct two independent trials to test the effectiveness of technologies in solving issues faced by the strawberry industry
February 04 , 2021

Compostable packaging to extend fresh produce's shelf-life

A laser micro-perforated compostable film packaging has been created for fresh produce through a partnership between TIPA and PerfoTec.
February 04 , 2021

Bayer reaches $2B deal over future Roundup cancer claims

Glyphosate will remain on the market, and Bayer agreed to seek permission from the U.S. EPA to provide a reference link on labels so consumers can find scientific studies on the weedkiller.
February 04 , 2021

Del Monte opens restaurant in Miami

The FRSHst menu offering invites guests to fully customize their fresh-to-order items. Customers can take a trip around the globe for breakfast, lunch or dinner with flavors that range from Asian to Mediterranean and Latin American.
February 04 , 2021

Retracted article

FreshFruitPortal.com has retracted an article published on Feb. 4 regarding the risk of transmission of Covid-19 via frozen foods.
February 04 , 2021

South Africa boosts grape export forecast

South Africa has increased its table grape export forecast following "very good quality and harvest conditions" in the Northern Provinces and the three Western Cape production regions.
February 03 , 2021

San Miguel's exports to U.S. and China on the rise

Despite last year being difficult for every company around the world San Miguel is starting the new year on a positive note.
February 03 , 2021

Naturipe Farms promotes three employees

Press Release Naturipe Farms is pleased to announce the promotions of three of its valued long-term employees. Jerry Moran, is now Vice President, Sales. In his new role, Moran will take on added responsibilities managing additional staff members, setting the strategic direction for sales and provide guidance, direction and leadership to the Sales Team. Moran […]
February 03 , 2021