U.S.: Kroger partners with UPS, USPS, and FedEx

Kroger plans to test the package-delivery and pick-up service program, called Kroger Package Services (KPS), in about 220 stores in 2019.

October 29 , 2019

U.S.: North Bay Produce recalls fresh apples over listeria fears

The recall relates to 2,297 cases and two bulk bins of varieties including McIntosh, Honeycrisp, Jonathan, Fuji, Jonamac and Red Delicious.

October 29 , 2019

U.S.: Early Cripps Pink strain a boost as cold front approaches

The precocious Cripps Pink strain is also allowing for Pink Lady products to be grown parts of the country where production was not previously possible.

October 29 , 2019

Fresh Del Monte swings to profit in "strong" Q3

Fresh Del Monte's net income for the three months ended Sept. 27 was US$18.1m compared to a loss of US$21.5m the previous year.

October 29 , 2019

Fruit in Charts: How Chilean protests could affect fruit exports

First, let’s set the stage. Looking at the last 12 months gives us an idea of what commodities the country exports and what categories may be affected.

October 29 , 2019

Spanish avocado season to see higher volumes

An industry representaive gives us a look at this year's Spanish avocado season. He talked about export projections, farm robberies and expectations for the year.

October 29 , 2019

U.S.: Hass avocados "shattered" Q2 holiday sales trends

The Hass Avocado Board provides research and insights to this year's growth through regional and PLU specific information on growing the produce category.

October 29 , 2019