Mexico and U.S. certify irradiation plants to strengthen fruit and vegetable exports

Irradiation as a phytosanitary treatment, a variant of conventional quarantine processes. Its main objective is to neutralize pests and minimize risks to plant health in importing countries. With this certification, Mexico and the U.S. seek to facilitate fruit and vegetable exports between the two countries.

November 07 , 2022

Natural Delights’ Medjool dates: A harvest of tradition and innovation

As the category leader in North America, Natural Delights is equipped with innovation, marketing support, and merchandising expertise that continues to drive new consumers to the date sector.

October 24 , 2022

Tango mandarin variety to be grown for the first time in India

In a joint effort, IG Citrus and Eurosemillas are currently working to cultivate the Tango variety in India. The agricultural project is expected to be carried out on a significant scale, with 100 hectares for growing the mandarin.

October 19 , 2022

Chile’s C&L Fruit aims to win over US market with stonefruit flavor and color innovations

C&L Fruit will be bringing a number of innovative plum, nectarine, peach, cherry and citrus varieties to the US market this year, with the focus on attractive colors and flavors, including high sugar content.

October 03 , 2022

How to stop internal browning in cherries during post-harvest with innovative solutions

Thanks to the research conducted by Liventus, this season there are new solutions that will be able to decrease internal browning’s severity and intensity.

September 20 , 2022

Sweet blackberry varieties gain popularity amongst consumers

Consumers’ appetite for blackberries has grown, with an estimated 25.5 million punnets sold last year in the UK alone, an eight per cent uplift on 2020, according to British Summer Fruits.

August 22 , 2022

Notification tool helps blueberry growers control disease

The Blueberry Advisory System notified growers to spray fungicide when fruit rot was more likely to develop, working to help minimize fruit rot and improve crop yields.

August 17 , 2022

UF study shows why ‘aromatic’ blueberries taste better

Scientists at the University of Florida discovered that the 'aromatic' blueberries contain the right genetic combination to produce the chemistry required for a pleasant blueberry flavor.

August 05 , 2022

Jupiter's tests on new Greek grape varieties look promising

Ahead of its commercial Greek grape season, Jupiter Group has been testing two promising new ARRA grape varieties.

July 07 , 2022

Fresh Del Monte announces expansion into row crop business

Fresh Del Monte is expanding its crop portfolio as it continues to find innovative ways to optimize its assets amid global concerns over rising costs and global food shortages. 

June 02 , 2022