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These are FreshFruitPortal.com's top seven stories of the week.

The Guatemala season ended on May 25th with a total volume of approximately  3.5 million boxes.  

By the end of 2034, the global avocado market is forecasted to be valued at US$ 34.18 billion, with the North American market expected to reach US$ 8.31 billion.

Brent Walsh, CEO of BerriesZA, speaks about his expectations for this upcoming season and the industry's plans to reach new markets.

Press release, SanLucar Valencia, Spain. Thursday, May 30th, 2024 -- What Simba, the “Lion King” experiences in Disney's classic film is like life itself - diverse, exciting, and colorful.  SanLucar, the premium fruit and vegetables brand, is launching a major “Disney - Lion King” promotion in German stores. Under the slogan “Royal treats for all those […]

Press release (Fontestad) PHILADELPHIA, May 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fontestad, a renowned family business in the handling and distribution of citrus fruit, is proud to announce its continued commitment to sustainability through the implementation of the innovative AgroFresh Control-Tec™ Eco system. This cutting-edge technology comes at a significant time, to help navigate limited water resources during the ongoing […]

During the peak of this season, the U.S. market can expect over 50 containers of avocados per week from Colombia, with volumes gradually decreasing as the season progresses.

EarthRights, the firm representing the families and other civilians involved, alleges that Chiquita is liable for the deaths of 10 workers.

Press release (International Fresh Produce Association) Washington, DC – Citing the need for the specialty crop industry to develop innovative solutions to emerging overseas packaging and labeling regulatory requirements, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service recently announced the availability of up to $5 million in grant opportunities via the Assisting Specialty Crops Exports […]

Te Brake is currently Zespri’s Chief Operating Officer and will succeed outgoing CEO Daniel Mathieson who is leaving Zespri to join Driscoll’s, effective 1 July.