Three Georgia counties declared in state of disaster

The announcement comes after Hurricane Idalia’s devastating pass through the state, which damaged crops and infrastructure, and halted agricultural operations.

September 11 , 2023

Peruvian Agrokasa sells to Grupo HAME

Agrokasa, founded in 1995 and today a leading vertically integrated grower, packer and shipper of avocados, table grapes, blueberries and asparagus, is consistently ranked as one of Peru’s largest produce exporters.

September 11 , 2023

Divert breaks ground in Washington

The company’s objective is to minimize food waste and convert wasted food into a renewable energy resource instead of being a source of methane seeping from landfills.

September 11 , 2023

VOG aiming to consolidate its position in Asian markets

The Italy-based company says that in recent years they have achieved “outstanding” results in Asia, which is now an important export destination with excellent growth prospects for apples.

September 11 , 2023

Q&A: ProHass President Paredes on industry trade

The sector, which has experienced significant growth in the past years, is looking at a more conservative season with smaller fruit sizing.

September 11 , 2023

Equifruit is now a women-owned company

The brand has long advocated for gender equity in the banana industry, and this latest move goes out to prove just that.

September 08 , 2023

Northwest pear industry announces 2023 crop estimate

The industry’s fresh pear estimate for this season is 15.2 million standard box equivalents, which is on par with the four-year average.

September 08 , 2023

Pure Flavor acquires MightyVine

The company is on a significant growth path to support increased demand for fresh, greenhouse grown fruits and vegetables year-round. 

September 08 , 2023

A promising season ahead for French apples in Asia

Marc Peyres, director of global sales at Blue Whale spoke exclusively with FreshFruitPortal.com from Asia Fruit Logistica to tell us about the upcoming French apple season and their work at the international fair.

September 08 , 2023

Vidalia unimpacted by Idalia

Although Hurricane Idalia severely damaged Georgia’s ag industry, the famous onion industry was between crops and not adversely affected.

September 07 , 2023