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Fresh Del Monte recognized for sustainability efforts

Fresh Del Monte received the SEAL Business Sustainability Award for its reduction of greenhouse gas emissions across its agricultural value chain.
July 27 , 2023

Fruit World launches organic grape program

Fruit World’s grape program features different varieties and runs from late July through October.
July 27 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: Delayed harvests alter the timeline for Mexico’s table grape season

Similar to Mexico and Coachella, Central California is experiencing a delay of approximately 10-14 days in its harvest.
July 27 , 2023

Kids critical for tropical fruit sales in U.S.

Tropical fruit consumption has increased in the U.S. since the Covid-19 pandemic from costumers looking for healthy alternatives that offer nutritious value to their family's diets. 
July 27 , 2023

Mexico mangos hit another record volume

Mexico should set another record for fresh mango export volume, in the estimation of Chris Ciruli, COO of Ciruli Bros.
July 27 , 2023

Exploring weather events’ impact on the produce industry

Craig Stauffer, CEO of Vanguard International Group explores the effects of weather events on the produce market and examines the future of supply in an industry facing numerous challenges.
July 26 , 2023

Mexican mangoes rolling into late summer

Splendid’s Honey mango deal out of Los Mochis should finish by the end of July, with volumes moving steadily throughout the season.
July 26 , 2023

U.S. Specialty Crop coalition endorses bipartisan legislation addressing 2023 farm bill

Specialty crop production, including fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, nursery and greenhouse commodities, accounts for $64.7 billion in farm gate value.
July 26 , 2023

VOG Products expands organics portfolio with Naturland

The firm supplies products with the seal of the Bioland and Demeter organic farming associations and has also obtained the Bio Suisse certification.
July 26 , 2023

Strawberry consumption may help older adults

The study, conducted at San Diego State University, builds on previous research demonstrating the cardiovascular, metabolic and cognitive health benefits of strawberries. 
July 26 , 2023