NZ: Seeka's earnings and Hayward volumes set to slump in 2017

New Zealand's largest post-harvest operator expects the green kiwifruit crop to fall by up to 25% across the industry next year.

December 21 , 2016

U.S.: Calavo revenues rise despite Mexican avocado strikes

Volume was down by more than a quarter, but "disciplined sourcing and sales management" helped gross margins rise in the fourth quarter.

December 20 , 2016

Photo Gallery: Vilkun's berry farms and healthy snacks

From the volcanic southern reaches of Chile, the team at Vilkun are also erupting onto the healthy dried fruit snack scene.

December 20 , 2016

U.S.: FDA gives green light for heart-healthy stickers on avocados

Until recently there were limits for fruit that didn't meet "low fat" requirements, such as avocados.

December 20 , 2016

U.S.: California Citrus Mutual welcomes freezing temperatures

The organization estimates more than US$25 million was spent by Central Valley citrus growers over the weekend on frost protection.

December 20 , 2016

California: Western Growers applauds passage of water bill into law

Tom Nassif says the measures will aid 'thousands of businesses and millions of lives' devastated by a combination of Mother Nature and 'broken policies'.

December 20 , 2016

Ceuta Produce given honors by Mexican Labor Department

The parent company of U.S. distributor Farmer’s Best received the distinction for its inclusiveness practices.

December 19 , 2016

Argentina: Frosts eat into Mendoza production of pears, peaches, plums

Total production of the three fruits is expected to be 51% lower than last season due to severe frosts that hit in early September.

December 19 , 2016

SanLucar subsidiary ships first table grapes from Ecuador

The first shipment is of Crimson Seedless grapes, but the group has also planted proprietary varieties from IFG.

December 19 , 2016

U.S.: Growers Express gets patent for processed cauliflower

The announcement comes shortly after the group's 'Cauliflower Crumbles' line won the Joe Nucci Award for Product Innovation during the New York Produce Show.

December 19 , 2016