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Rising grocery prices a concern among Washington shoppers

February 17 , 2025

U.S. product recalls reach second-highest level in six years during 2024

Conversely, the food and drink industry recorded its second-lowest annual total for recalls in the past decade.
February 17 , 2025

"Volatility is costly too": Proposed tariffs and their effect on California's agriculture

Agricultural and Resource Economics UC Davis Professor Colin Carter speaks with Freshfruitportal.com about California producers' sentiments in the face of uncertainty and looming tariffs.
February 17 , 2025

Aldi US plans to open more than 200 new stores in 2025

In addition to the store expansion to the Southeast, ALDI will add new stores in the Northeast, Midwest, and the West, and enter new communities, like Las Vegas.
February 14 , 2025

New Zealand starts harvesting its record-breaking 2025 kiwifruit season

New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers Inc.(NZKGI) and Zespri have said that the current analysis shows that this season could mark a milestone for the industry.
February 14 , 2025

Mexican blueberries to experience 9% drop in production

Despite the drop, Mexican producers are working on better agricultural practices and new cultivation techniques, applying advanced production technologies, and cultivating new varieties.
February 14 , 2025

ALICO INC.'s financial results reflect ongoing challenges in citrus division

The company's CEO said the production challenges reinforced the organization's plans announced on January to wind down its citrus operation and become a diversified land company.
February 14 , 2025

Group Carrefour plans to be the sole shareholder of Carrefour Brazil

Its decision comes from the growth and conviction of the Brazilian chain value. Plus, the Group says, "delisting the company will allow it to manage operations with more agility and enhanced focus on execution."
February 14 , 2025

Florida citrus output projected down for 2024-25 season

Matt Joyner, executive vice president and CEO of Florida Citrus Mutual, said that the USDA's forecast reflects the tremendous adversity Florida’s citrus growers continue to face after two decades of citrus greening and devastating hurricanes.
February 13 , 2025

Chilean fruit exports to South Korea rise 57%

The Korean market is the second-largest destination for Chilean fruits in Asia and the ninth-largest worldwide.
February 13 , 2025