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New Chilean plum variety seeks to charm U.S. consumers

The new cultivar stands out for its crunchy, juicy features with a very high level of sweetness. Sources say that around 17 tons of the fruit have been shipped to the U.S. as of week 10.
March 23 , 2023

South American Blueberry Convention: First look at the 2023 program

Sponsored by the International Blueberry Organization (IBO), ProArandanos of Peru, ABC of Argentina, Upefruy of Uruguay and Aneberries of Mexico, the event will bring together more than 600 producers, exporters, service providers and traders.
March 23 , 2023

UK’s “salad crisis” driving up inflation

Poor weather conditions have hindered harvests in Europe and North Africa, making fresh produce less available for consumers and thus increasing prices.
March 23 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: Price increases imminent as rains wreck havoc on strawberry production in California

According to the California Strawberry Commission, which represents all of the state's growers, around 20% of strawberry fields in the Monterey Bay region south of San Francisco have been flooded.
March 23 , 2023

Mediterranean diet may reduce risk of developing dementia

The research, which tracked 60,298 people for more than nine years between the ages of 40 and 69 years, showed that people who stuck close to this diet had up to 23% lower risk of developing dementia than those who did not. 
March 22 , 2023
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President of CMI Orchards, Bob Mast, Awarded 2023 Apple Citizen of the Year Over the past two decades at CMI, Mast was promoted to Vice President of Marketing and eventually, in 2013, President—a perfect position for a natural-born leader with spectacular initiative and a passion for produce.

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Cluster tomatoes, Sorma Group presents a new weighing machine With this fast, high-performing machine the company provides a solution for automating fixed-weight tray filling, optimising production times and saving labour.

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Rwandan avocado exports to grow exponentially by 2026 Although Rwanda is an emerging country in the international agricultural market, avocado volumes are projected to upwards 16,000 tons per year.

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TOMRA Food to share expert insights at World Avocado Congress Leader in sorting, grading, and packing solutions to host industry events, show new packing line solution, and make presentations on latest technologies

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How to keep fruit fresher for longer Bananas, strawberries and grape are among the most popular fruits in the U.S. Here are some tips and tricks to keep them fresh to enjoy for longer.

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IPCC report: Plant-based diets are crucial in mitigating climate change The biggest contributor to human-caused planet heating pollution is the burning of fossil fuels, and the food industry has a lot to do with this since food systems generally are responsible for up to one-third of global emissions.

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U.S. looking to boost ag exports to Central America According to the USDA, Central America offers significant market opportunities for exporters of U.S. farm and food products.

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Agronometrics in Charts: Blueberries shine as Mexican berry exports beat out beer and tequila The country is ramping up volume and increasing arrivals are being seen, though overall the market remains tight.

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Thrip protection and prevention of excessive humidity: the Santa Rita estate recommends Arrigoni’s Biorete The agrotextiles, which have improved crop quality and enabled the Mexican production center to reduce its treatments, will be exhibited at GreenTech Americas, Querétaro from 21 to 23 March.

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New raspberry variety to extend harvest window in Pacific Northwest EarlyBell is the latest release from Pacific Berries, a joint breeding program between Plant & Food Research in New Zealand and Northwest Plant Company in Washington, USA.

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  • What did we hear at Fruit Logistica last week?

    John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, discusses the Fruit Logistica conference, which took place last week in Berlin. John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, discusses the Fruit Logistica conference, which took place last week in Berlin.
    February 16 , 2023

  • What can we look forward to at Fruit Logistica next week?

    John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, weighs in on the upcoming Fruit Logistica conference, which will be held in Berlin. John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, weighs in on the upcoming Fruit Logistica conference, which will be held in Berlin.
    February 01 , 2023

  • Agro-Informatics trends transforming the industry in 2023

    Agmatix CEO Ron Baruchi discusses 2023's upcoming tech trends for the produce industry. Agmatix CEO Ron Baruchi discusses 2023's upcoming tech trends for the produce industry.
    January 09 , 2023

  • From the CEO’s desk: Branding fresh fruit

    Vanguard's CEO Craig Stauffer reflects on the retail experience and branding for fresh fruit. Vanguard's CEO Craig Stauffer reflects on the retail experience and branding for fresh fruit.
    December 22 , 2022

  • U.S. will soon have access to methyl bromide-free Chilean grapes

    Chile Agricultural Attaché in the USA, Andrés Rodríguez weighs in the long-awaited Systems Approach approval for table grape exports to the United States, following the publication of its proposed rule in the Federal Register. Chile Agricultural Attaché in the USA, Andrés Rodríguez weighs in the long-awaited Systems Approach approval for table grape exports to the United States, following the publication of its proposed rule in the Federal Register.
    November 18 , 2022

  • How does the UK stand at the end of 2022?

    John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, analyzes the main challenges faced by the UK produce industry during 2022. John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, analyzes the main challenges faced by the UK produce industry during 2022.
    November 14 , 2022

  • Raspberry development in processing and fresh sectors

    The global raspberry sector continues to grow, as it does with the other main berry types. Raspberries for fresh consumption have the biggest name in the marketplace, but processed berries are a major part of the berry industry. The global raspberry sector continues to grow, as it does with the other main berry types. Raspberries for fresh consumption have the biggest name in the marketplace, but processed berries are a major part of the berry industry.
    April 14 , 2022

  • Opinion: The Rising Cost Produce Paradox 

    Vanguard International CEO Craig Stauffer shares his thoughts on what the pricing surge means for the produce industry. Vanguard International CEO Craig Stauffer shares his thoughts on what the pricing surge means for the produce industry.
    March 18 , 2022

  • Triumph in New York

    Perishable Pundit Jim Prevor speaks about how the 2021 edition of the New York Produce Show and Conference that took place earlier this month was a huge success. Perishable Pundit Jim Prevor speaks about how the 2021 edition of the New York Produce Show and Conference that took place earlier this month was a huge success.
    December 24 , 2021

  • Opinion: Want to help the world while helping the industry? Reduce online out-of-stocks

    Perishable Pundit Jim Prevor argues that the following is key to lifting produce consumption: Better produce through superior varieties, innovative packs and blends, consistently available and promoted Perishable Pundit Jim Prevor argues that the following is key to lifting produce consumption: Better produce through superior varieties, innovative packs and blends, consistently available and promoted
    September 15 , 2021
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Agronometrics in Charts: Price increases imminent as rains wreck havoc on strawberry production in California

According to the California Strawberry Commission, which represents all of the state's growers, around 20% of strawberry fields in the Monterey Bay region south of San Francisco have been flooded.
March 23 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: Blueberries shine as Mexican berry exports beat out beer and tequila

The country is ramping up volume and increasing arrivals are being seen, though overall the market remains tight.
March 21 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: Peru awaits another promising blueberry season

Peru has experienced a 16-fold growth in the exported volume of blueberries in less than a decade, going from 17.386 tons in 2013 to 275.837 tons exported in 2022.
March 17 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: ASOEX lowers its projection for the 2022-23 Chilean table grape season

According to the most recent forecast, the country would ship out 64,518,065 standard boxes weighing 8.2 kilograms, which is 13.2% lower than the previous season and 4% less than the estimate given less than a month ago.
March 09 , 2023
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New highlights from GreenTech Amsterdam: Tomato virus, digital phenotyping and peat alternatives

The three day event is a global meeting place for horticultural technology professionals, focusing on the early stages of the horticultural chain and the current issues facing growers today.
May 12 , 2022

Cities should aim to grow 30% of produce locally - report 

The goal is part of a report published by the Tony Blair Institute For Global Change in order to decrease dependence on outside sources for urban populations.
May 09 , 2022

Oppy announces its first tech investment

Oppy has invested in an AI technology that harnesses deep learning AI to forecast and manage the yield of a specific crop, and is starting testing with table grapes.
May 03 , 2022

GrubMarket acquires South American fruit firm in expansion bid

The fruit ecommerce tech platform has locked in multiple acquisitions since a US$120M investment round and US$1.2B valuation last year, this acquisition marks its first in South America.
April 26 , 2022
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