Zespri lays out plans for "promising" 2024

Zespri is currently planning a new consumer marketing campaign and merchandising opportunities to start another new season off strong and fuel its growth.

February 08 , 2024

Bloom Fresh to license protected plant varieties in China

The firm has actively taken legal action against nurseries and growers who illegitimately use its proprietary varieties and trademarks, successfully resolving enforcement cases in Yunnan, Jiangsu, Shaanxi, and Guangdong.

February 08 , 2024

Chilean nut exports revised up

Chilenut President Juan Esteban Rodriguez tells FreshFruitPortal.com that, despite the growth achieved in the Indian market, the industry continues to deal with historically low prices due to quality issues.

February 08 , 2024

Conditions for interstate movement of fresh citrus from oriental fruit fly quarantine area modified

This Federal Order provides relief to the growers by establishing a new treatment approach under which fresh citrus fruit from non-core areas may enter domestic commerce outside of the quarantine, using alternative fumigation and subsequent cold treatment methods.

February 08 , 2024

Florida successfully controls deadly pest

Initially, peppers were hit especially hard, with leaves curling and growth altered due to the infection. 

February 07 , 2024

Agrovision celebrates 10th anniversary

In just a decade, Agrovision has become the third-largest grower of blueberries in Peru, capturing the leading position in the global premium blueberry market. 

February 07 , 2024

IBO announces Driscoll’s Mario Steta as new chairman

Steta will succeed McPherson, formerly the general manager of Australian company Costa Group’s berry business, who held the IBO President’s position for eight years. 

February 07 , 2024

Weakened commodity prices drive farmer sentiment down

There was an increase in the proportion of producers anticipating a decline in financial performance for the upcoming year, with the figure rising from 20% in December to 31% in January.

February 07 , 2024

Kroger CFO departs for Costco

Gary Millership is leaving the company after 15 years of service and will take up the same position at Costco Wholesale

February 06 , 2024

Agronometrics Shorts: Relief is on the horizon for the U.S. mango market

While production ramp-up will require time, promotional volume from Mexico is anticipated to be available by April.

February 06 , 2024