Edward Vernon, Author at FreshFruitPortal.com

Zespri to destroy over a million kiwifruit trays following mice incident

Total value of the fruit and costs associated with reprocessing and disposal is estimated to be around $34 million.

May 16 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: The success story of Kosovo’s blueberry industry

From humble beginnings of just 10 hectares planted in 2012, Kosovo now boasts an impressive 150 hectares dedicated to blueberry cultivation, yielding approximately 700 tons annually.

May 16 , 2024

US sees an increase in agricultural exports to Romania

Romania’s National Institute of Statistics (NIS) released a report that shows an 11% increase of United States food and agricultural products in the country last year. Romania imported $211 million worth of U.S. products, $79 million of those products were directly shipped from the United States and the rest reached the country through Western European […]

May 16 , 2024

Chilean apple and pear trade to decrease on lower yields

Despite the country leading apple exports to the U.S. in 2023, last year's unfavorable weather negatively impacted productivity.

May 16 , 2024

Dole scores 7% revenue increase in Q1

Earnings for the fresh fruit segment also rose, thanks to an increase in worldwide pineapple pricing that helped offset lower global banana prices.

May 15 , 2024

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Westfalia Fruit unveils new website to celebrate 75 years Press release (Westfalia Fruit) Westfalia Fruit has launched a brand-new website to celebrate its 75th anniversary. Founded in May 1949, the company is a trusted supplier of avocados, fresh fruits, and other plant-based products to a range of customer groups around the world, including those operating in retail, food service, and wholesale sectors. New website, […]

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Report: Food processing equipment market to reach $103 Billion by 2031 According to a new market research report titled, 'Food Processing Equipment Market Size, the food processing equipment market is projected to reach $103.82 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period 2024–2031. The global consumption of processed foods has seen a significant uptick in recent decades. This surge in demand can be attributed […]

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A different season for the Southern blueberry industry Agronomist Betina Ernst addresses the weather phenomena that altered production cycles and created different market conditions for the crop in 2023-24.

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Aldi improving supplier relationships to deepen US presence Aldi executives said that its store expansion across the U.S. is leading the company to change the ways it typically works with suppliers.

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Polish farmers suffer crop losses due to spring frosts Polish farmers are dealing with spring frosts that might cause damage on apple orchards, plums, pears, and cherries. The adverse weather has taken a hold of the republic for nearly a month, since mid-April, causing pollination problems for apples that are in bloom and leaving bloomed fruits blackened and unfit for consumption. Early spring is […]

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New freezing technique extends Chinese litchi season The special technique allows "frozen dormant litchi" to retain its most notorious characteristics, such as its bright red color, aroma, and “crystal clear” flesh at about 80 to 90% of the original level.

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Rimi leads sustainable supply chain transformation with IFCO's RPCs for fruit and vegetable import and domestic flows in the Baltics Press release, IFCO MUNICH, Germany, May 14, 2024 - IFCO, a global leader in reusable packaging solutions for fresh food, announces a strategic collaboration with Rimi, one of the top retailers in the Baltics, to drive sustainable change in the region's fresh grocery sector. Through this partnership, IFCO empowers Rimi to pioneer innovative solutions that […]

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Pivot Bio Named to Fast Company's 2024 List of World Changing Ideas Press release, Pivot Bio BERKELEY, Calif., May 14, 2024 - Pivot Bio, a leading sustainable agriculture company, was today listed as a finalist in both the Agriculture and General Excellence categories on Fast Company's 2024 list of World Changing Ideas. This honor marks the fifth in a series of top industry recognitions bestowed on Pivot […]

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Fresh Del Monte announces partnership to produce biofertilizers from fruit residues Press release Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. MIAMI - One of the world’s leading vertically integrated producers, marketers, and distributors of high-quality fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, and Vellsam Materias Bioactivas, a leading producer of biotechnological solutions, today announced a partnership that will look into how to maximize the use of Fresh Del Monte’s pineapple […]

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Baltimore Port transit may resume by the end of the month Maersk, which was chartering the Dali vessel at the time of the accident is still removing containers from the ship, which was freed from the wreckage of the bridge on Monday after a series of precision explosions.

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A different season for the Southern blueberry industry

Agronomist Betina Ernst addresses the weather phenomena that altered production cycles and created different market conditions for the crop in 2023-24. Agronomist Betina Ernst addresses the weather phenomena that altered production cycles and created different market conditions for the crop in 2023-24.

May 15 , 2024
100 million years of avocado history: A legacy of nature and human perseverance

Mexico’s Avocado Producers, Packers and Exporters Association recaps the long story of one of the world's most popular fruit. Mexico’s Avocado Producers, Packers and Exporters Association recaps the long story of one of the world's most popular fruit.

April 24 , 2024
Opinion: North American Blueberry Council’s response to Consumer Reports

North American Blueberry Council President Kasey Cronquist addresses negative reports around the crop. North American Blueberry Council President Kasey Cronquist addresses negative reports around the crop.

April 19 , 2024
IFPA A-NZ calls for national approach to fruit sticker ban

The IFPA A-NZ outlines key challenges for the produce sector ahead of the Sept. 1, 2025 PLU ban, specifically implementation. The IFPA A-NZ outlines key challenges for the produce sector ahead of the Sept. 1, 2025 PLU ban, specifically implementation.

April 11 , 2024
IFPA welcomes USDA’s updates to WIC nutrition program

The IFPA welcomes updates to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, helping to ensure fruit and vegetable access. The IFPA welcomes updates to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, helping to ensure fruit and vegetable access.

April 09 , 2024
Column: Bananas have been too cheap for decades

Industry leaders at the World Banana Forum discussed the pricing of bananas during the last few decades, saying current prices are not sustainable for the supply chain. Industry leaders at the World Banana Forum discussed the pricing of bananas during the last few decades, saying current prices are not sustainable for the supply chain.

April 03 , 2024
CPMA welcomes Canadian government's support of national school food program

The program will aim to deliver meals to an additional 400,000 children per year. The program will aim to deliver meals to an additional 400,000 children per year.

April 02 , 2024
Fridays on the Farm: a labor of love for Rhode Island berry, stone fruit farm

The Eckharts grow strawberries, cherries, cane berries, peaches and more on their 100-acre farm. FSA Rhode Island features their story. The Eckharts grow strawberries, cherries, cane berries, peaches and more on their 100-acre farm. FSA Rhode Island features their story.

March 29 , 2024
Farming in her footsteps: Visit Annie B’s family farm

During the pandemic, the Givens family decided to set up farming operations to honor matriarch Annie B's legacy. During the pandemic, the Givens family decided to set up farming operations to honor matriarch Annie B's legacy.

March 18 , 2024
Pomelo Diplomacy: How a favorite Thai fruit advanced U.S. trade ties

APHIS Senior Foreign Service Officer Marc Gilkey addresses how, through the pomelo, the quintessential Thai fruit, the U.S. and Thailand recently celebrated almost two centuries of collaboration. APHIS Senior Foreign Service Officer Marc Gilkey addresses how, through the pomelo, the quintessential Thai fruit, the U.S. and Thailand recently celebrated almost two centuries of collaboration.

March 06 , 2024

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Agronometrics in Charts: The success story of Kosovo’s blueberry industry

From humble beginnings of just 10 hectares planted in 2012, Kosovo now boasts an impressive 150 hectares dedicated to blueberry cultivation, yielding approximately 700 tons annually.

May 16 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Farmers' share: Disparity in fresh strawberry prices

According to the USDA Economic Research Service, American farmers have been getting just over half of the total amount consumers spend on fresh strawberries since 2020.

May 14 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Chile wraps up its 2023-24 blueberry season

In a promising conclusion to the 2023-2024 season, Chilean blueberry exports are poised to surpass initial estimates, signaling a positive trajectory for the industry.

May 09 , 2024