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StePac automated bulk packaging solutions cut food loss in the foodservice sector
PRESS RELEASE Tefen, Israel – The US foodservice industry is discovering the benefits of receiving fresh green bean supplies in lean, modified atmosphere bulk packaging (MAP) newly developed by sustainable packaging experts StePac, Ltd. The company’s advanced solution under the brand name Xtend® targets food waste in the foodservice supply chain and delivers added benefits […]
January 22 , 2020
Colombia's Pacific Fruits acquired by Irsaeli conglomerate
Pacific Fruits, a leading Colombian avocado exporter, was acquired by Managro, a conglomerate founded by Israeli businessmen in 2014.
January 22 , 2020
North American greenhouse growers in legal dispute over tomato trademark
An Illinois-based greenhouse grower is suing Mastronardi Produce over its use of the term “mighty” in its branding.
January 22 , 2020
Mexican bananas exported to China for first time
The 39-metric-ton shipment of Mexican bananas left from the state of Colima on Tuesday, according to Agriculture Minister Víctor Villalobos.
January 22 , 2020
Carbon neutral bananas now offered by Belgium's Delhaize
In Belgium, the grocer Delhaize has found a way to engage in intiatives that have resulted in offering "carbon neutral bananas".
January 22 , 2020
Mexican citrus exports to rise slightly despite drought
Increased demand in international markets is projected to impact exports despite continued droughts that will undoubtedly impact volumes for Mexican citrus.
January 22 , 2020
Q&A with John Pandol: The changing table grape industry
Grape expert John Pandol discusses several key areas undergoing rapid change in the global industry, including varieties, value retailing, and the rise of Peru.
January 22 , 2020
Mission Produce establishes Southern African avocado operations
Mission Produce says its partnership with two South Africa-based companies will create the "most powerful trading platform for avocados produced in Africa".
January 21 , 2020
Calavo Growers to acquire fresh-cut fruit company
Calavo Growers' subsidiary is to acquire Simply Fresh Fruit, a privately held processor and supplier of a broad line of fresh-cut fruit.
January 21 , 2020
China announces major phase-out of single-use plastics
Under China's far-reaching plans, markets selling fresh fruits and vegetables will have until 2025 to phase out the bags, and plastic shipping packages would also be phased out.
January 21 , 2020
