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EDEKA and Apeel now also give citrus fruits a longer shelf life
PRESS RELEASE Hamburg, Germany - The EDEKA Group is now further extending its commitment to fighting food waste and, in addition to avocados, now also protects oranges and clementines with the innovative “Apeel” technology. Apeel produce has a protective layer consisting of plant-based materials that slow down water loss and penetration by oxygen – two […]
January 28 , 2020
Stonefruit in Charts: Prices at the start of the import season
Over the past few weeks, stonefruit from Chile has been arriving in the U.S., this gives a first glimpse at what nectarine and peach prices look like.
January 28 , 2020
U.S.: Kroger shares fresh food trends for 2020
U.S. retailer Kroger has announced its top food trend predictions for 2020, which include nostalgia, food as medicine and flexitarianism.
January 28 , 2020
Ecuador: Mango volumes surpass expectations
After adjusting expectations in the middle of the season due to unfavorable weather, Ecuador's mango industry exported more than anticipated.
January 28 , 2020
Namibian table grape exports double in four years
The value of Namibian table grape exports increased from N$407m (US$28m) in the 2015 season to N$840m (US$57m) in the 2019 season.
January 28 , 2020
Spanish olive growers win first battle in U.S. court against duties
The U.S. Court of International Trade has given the Commerce Department three months to argue why the duties on Spanish olives should be maintained at current levels.
January 28 , 2020
New blackberry for growers at Alpine Fresh and Berry Fresh
PRESS RELEASE A new year begins with a new blackberry for growers at Alpine Fresh, Inc. and Berry Fresh, LLC. Their Sweet Karoline blackberries are making their market debut after seven years of research, development, and market testing. The fruit is distinguished by its remarkably sweet taste found in each and every berry. “We believe […]
January 27 , 2020
EU: Carrefour Q4 sales jump
Leading French grocer Carrefour released its Q4 results Thursday, citing that its growth remains in line with its 'transformational' five year plan.
January 27 , 2020
Most citrus categories to see global production drops in 2019-20
All major citrus categories are forecast to see year-on-year global production declines in the 2019-20 season with the exception of grapefruit.
January 27 , 2020
South African table grapes see improved markets and diversification
Willem Bestbier of the South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) speaks to us about the healthier markets, ongoing diversification, and expectations for the rest of the campaign.
January 27 , 2020
