Chiquita’s campaign: “It Peels so Good”

The campaign aims at reinforcing Chiquita’s leadership role in the banana category while celebrating its quality, taste, personality, and heritage.  

July 07 , 2023

Canadian duty changes are coming

The federal government is launching a multi-year initiative that will transform the collection of duties and taxes for goods imported into Canada.

July 07 , 2023

Hass avocado sales grew 20% during St. Patrick’s Day

The report details the retail dollar sales, volume, and average sale price for Hass avocados during the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day, and St. Patrick’s Day holiday weeks.

July 07 , 2023

Piura mango exports hindered by lack of flowering

Producers are warning that December exports to Europe would be virtually non-existent if the situation continues.

July 07 , 2023

Chile's main market for frozen blueberries is North America

Chile keeps leading global exports of frozen blueberries in 2023, both conventional and organic. 

July 06 , 2023

OPS keynote addresses 63 million tons of food waste

A U.S. grocery store’s net monthly profits are $40,000. This figure happens to match the estimated value of monthly food waste. Ryan Begin, CEO and co-founder at Divert, is addressing this on July 12 at the Organic Produce Summit in Monterey.

July 06 , 2023

SanLucar bringing Canary papayas to Europe

The fruit is cultivated in the warm climate of the Canary Islands off the Spanish coast, with  average year round temperatures between 64ºF and 82ºF. This ensures abundant yields and high quality 12 months a year.

July 06 , 2023

TIPA announces August 4 Lime Grades Training Day

The Texas International Produce Association is addressing the lack of related technical understanding in the lime business with a seminar on Aug. 4.

July 06 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: New Jersey gearing up for its blueberry season

Demand for the fruit has remained durable, with no discernible impact from inflationary pressures or reductions in consumer spending.

July 06 , 2023

Ecuadorian banana industry could lose 128,000 acres due to El Niño

FreshFruitPortal.com spoke to Leonidas Estrada, president of AGROBAN, about the possible consequences of El Niño and how it could impact exports of one of Ecuador's star products.

July 05 , 2023