Mission Produce enters the mango category

Mission Produce says it will be the first-of-its-kind to incorporate mango ripening and distribution on a global and national scale through its advanced network.

March 05 , 2021

Largest-ever kiwifruit harvest begins in New Zealand

Last year's record of 157 million trays of export Green and Gold is expected to be topped, according to New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers Incorporated.

March 04 , 2021

"Excellent" but late South African pome fruit season expected - Vanguard

The main apple and pear production areas in South Africa’s Western region had a good winter season with ample rain, snow, and cold units.

March 04 , 2021

Bayer to launch biological product to control citrus pests

In March, Bayer will be introducing its newest pest-control product the Vynyty Citrus that protects against three types of pests.

March 03 , 2021

Ahold Delhaize USA reaches "milestone" in supply chain transformation

The Netherlands-based retailer said its first distribution center this week transitioned procurement from a third-party vendor to the self-managed network.

March 03 , 2021

Fyffes aims to cut food loss in own operations by 80 percent by 2030

Fyffes said that reducing food loss and educating people on food waste are key targets of its Healthy Food for Healthy Lives sustainability pillar.

March 01 , 2021

Ideas from IGD on helping consumers make more healthy food decisions

When the Insititute of Grocery Distribution (IGD) released its last Appetite for Change report, it noted the obstacles preventing consumers from purchasing fresh produce, particularly vegetables.

March 01 , 2021

Avocado cultivation to continue expansion throughout Spain

The entire north and northwest strip of the peninsula is said to have great potential and is suitable for growing avocado up to 15 kilometers inland.

February 26 , 2021

Australian researchers create TR4-resistant GM Cavendish banana

Led by Professor James Dale, they have already produced a genetically modified Cavendish that can stand up to tropical race 4 - the worst form of the soil-borne fungal disease.

February 23 , 2021

Agronometrics in Charts: Berry pricing skyrockets in 2021

During the first part of 2021, demand for berries has been high with prices and volumes up from the previous year.