Uneven outlook for southern hemisphere apples and pears next season

The World Apple and Pear Association consolidated information from Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, New Zealand, and South Africa, six of the hemisphere's main producing countries.

February 12 , 2025

Port of Oakland's five-year strategic plan: market growth, new jobs, modernization

The goals outlined in the plan, the report says, will guide the allocation of resources and staffing during these five upcoming years.

February 12 , 2025

U.S. apple and pear stocks drop, European turnover rises

According to the latest stock report by the World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA), U.S. apple and pear stocks experienced significant declines, signaling potential supply constraints and evolving consumer preferences. 

February 12 , 2025

Westfalia is unlocking and adding value to avocado byproducts

The company's Global Brand Manager, Matthew Churchill, told Freshfruitportal.com that its UK operation seeks to use avocados that do not meet customers' specifications for ‘whole head’ into added-value products.

February 12 , 2025

Kroger to cut up to 200 jobs in Cincinnati restructuring

This news comes on the heels of a similar announcement from Albertsons, which revealed plans to cut $1.5 billion in costs over the next three years. However, sources clarified that these layoffs are unrelated to Kroger’s failed merger with Albertsons last year.

February 12 , 2025

ILA's Wage Scale Committee unanimously approves USMX-ILA tentative Master Contract

All ILA members will receive details of the agreement approved by the ILA Wage Scale Committee at local meetings in the next two weeks. The ratification vote is set for Feb. 25, 2025. 

February 11 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian mango industry faces tough season amidst oversupply

After a weak 2023 season caused by climate-related disruptions, this year's crop rebounded strongly, but with unexpectedly high yields that have outpaced demand.

February 11 , 2025

Canada enters consultation period to revoke fungicide residue limits on imported grapes

The Canadian grape market depends mainly on imports, as local production is very low.

February 11 , 2025

Driscoll’s recognized as second-best food and beverage brand

The company’s ongoing commitment to excellence was also acknowledged with a place on Fast Company’s list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2024.

February 11 , 2025

Production of most Mexican berries forecast to increase in 2025

Volume growth can be attributed to a rise in exported and domestic demand, access to water, improved planted berries variety, and modernized agricultural practices.

February 11 , 2025