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Chile has forecast total citrus exports of 353,000 metric tons (MT) this season, an 8% rise driven entirely by big increases in soft citrus volumes more than offsetting expected declines in oranges.

PRESS RELEASE Driscoll’s will deploy more than US$4m in global charitable funds across health clinics, food banks, fresh berry donations and other community resources in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. As a market leader in fresh produce, Driscoll’s plays an essential role in feeding the world and is compelled during these challenging times to support […]

Jim Prevor's Perishable Pundit reached out to Babé Farms, a producer heavily focused on foodservice, to help the industry understand the impact of the current situation on producers focused on foodservice.

Freshfel says that the European fresh fruit and vegetable sector is facing "significant challenges", including insufficient labor availability and risings costs of around 10% for growers and up to a third for logistics operators.

U.S. total apple holdings have remained consistently high so far this year, holding steady at 15% up year-on-year, while EU stocks have seen further declines and are now 21% down.

In an unprecedented release prior to its annual fiscal report, Tesco says panic buying is subsiding as it continues to focus on supply chain safety.

Breakthrough technology paired with involved community action to monitor real-time data on water movement in Chile's Aconcagua basin critical for industry.

PRESS RELEASE Santa Barbara, California — Apeel Sciences, a World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer and one of TIME Magazine's Best Inventions announced a new partnership with Wenatchee, Washington-based Starr Ranch Growers, furthering its presence in the organic apple category. “We are thrilled to partner with Starr Ranch Growers knowing that their dedication to sustainable growing practices to provide high quality, premium produce aligns […]

Facing challenges with decreased demand from Covid-19 lockdowns in Europe and as consumers prefer longer-lasting fruit, Brazil's tropical exports suffer.

Tarun Arora of IG International explained that the outbreak and subsequent lockdowns in countries around the world including India had resulted in uncertainty for the months ahead in terms of trade.