Fruit Logistica eases entry requirements for April 2022 event

Six weeks ahead of its annual show, Fruit Logistica said that due to decisions in Germany and other European countries to relax Covid-19 related restrictions, the event has also eased entry requirements for participants.

February 22 , 2022

Spanish lemon growers reduce water footprint by 39%

According to a Ailimpo press statement, the lemon industry in Spain has reduced its water footprint to 271 cubic meters per ton over the past 30 years, a reduction of 39 percent. 

February 22 , 2022

Researchers use artificial intelligence to find better tasting fruits and vegetables

University of Florida researchers are looking to create a model that tells researchers which chemical compounds produce the best flavors fruits and vegetables.

February 22 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: Pacific Northwest’s apples bear the brunt

A relentless winter coupled with supply chain constraints and dire labor shortages significantly reduced apple volumes.

February 22 , 2022

U.S.: Shipping industry and truck availability improving - USDA

In a weekly update on seasonal perishable products published on Feb. 18 - which also included price trends - the entity said: "The shipping industry generally showed several improving trends again this week."

February 21 , 2022

Strawberry harvest a test ground for robotic solutions 

Labor costs and worker shortages have pushed growers to search for harvest alternatives, a trend which one Canadian robotic startup is using to develop a robust robotic solution for fruit growers.

February 21 , 2022

Peru avocado shipments to increase up to 10% in 2022

Peru avocado exports are expected to grow by 8 to 10 percent in 2022 compared to the previous year. Growth will likely  come from  shipments to Europe, but supply woes in the U.S. could alter these projections. 

February 21 , 2022

Annual growth cycle of northern highbush blueberry

This informative article about northern highbush blueberries will help you understand their growth cycle and give you tips like how to slow bud growth.

February 21 , 2022

USDA allows Mexican avocado imports to resume

"The safety of USDA employees simply doing their jobs is of paramount importance. USDA is appreciative of the positive, collaborative relationship between the United States and Mexico that made resolution of this issue possible in a timely manner," the entity said in a statement.

February 18 , 2022

Dole sponsors U.K. healthy eating TV campaign

The initiative, dedicated to promoting fresh vegetables to school children, combines extensive in-school activities and a high profile, primetime TV campaign. 

February 18 , 2022