Brazil presents world’s first yellowing-resistant orange variety

The disease, also called citrus variegated chlorosis (CVC), has plagued Brazilian orchards since the 1980s. It can be spread by insect vectors or contaminated seedlings.

June 01 , 2023

AgroFresh announces additions to its Apple Complete portfolio

AgroFresh is hosting a virtual webinar to announce new addition to it's “Apple Complete” portfolio on June 1, 2023, at 11:00 am EST.

June 01 , 2023

Marketing campaigns for Chilean green kiwifruit in the U.S. kick-off

While the Chilean Kiwifruit Committee is projecting a 14% year-on-year decrease in volume, fruit quality is expected to be superior. 

June 01 , 2023

Kenyan Hass avocado industry eyes U.S. admission

The draft pest risk assessment will be available for review and comment until June 29, 2023.

May 31 , 2023

DiSilva Fruit anticipates strong summer citrus volumes

The company’s offerings include Mandarins, Navels and Lemons in 3lb and 4lb consumer packages as well as standard citrus cartons. 

May 31 , 2023

Peruvian table grape exports rise by 35% in 2023

With large shipment peaks at the beginning of the year now coming to an end, the sector is currently experiencing a slower period of growth.

May 31 , 2023

LatAm banana industry fighting Fusarium RT4

The Fusarium RT4 fungus has a confirmed presence in 20 Latin American countries, with the sector’s main players calling it “the industry’s biggest challenge”.

May 31 , 2023

Australian fruit-picking robot could help ease labor shortages

Eve is becoming increasingly popular, with its creators receiving dozens of calls and requests for live demonstrations in the U.S., Europe and all over the world.

May 31 , 2023

Data breach affected Fresh del Monte’s employees' information

A data breach affected Fresh del Monte’s employee's’ information containing important personal information from consumers.

May 30 , 2023

Grapa preparing early harvest grape varieties

The firm shared that the ARRA Sugar Drop, a white seedless variety, is looking very good throughout, with “ripening even earlier than usual and reaching high quality”. 

May 30 , 2023