U.S. market could soon get first gene-edited strawberry

Two companies have entered a strategic alliance to drive new breeding techniques for strawberries, including gene editing.

November 11 , 2021

U.S. consumers plan to grocery shop early for holiday season

A new survey from FMI-The Food Industry Association revealed details about grocery shopper behavior during the holiday season. 

November 11 , 2021

POM Wonderful kicks off fresh pomegranate season with new branding

The largest grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the U.S., is kicking off the 2021 California pomegranate season with its largest digital marketing campaign ever.

November 11 , 2021

China: Table grape imports to rise in 2021-22 season

Imports from northern hemisphere, typically the United States, will continue to decrease faced with competition from local supplies, but they are expected to increase from other origins.

November 11 , 2021

IMG Citrus announces new Florida grapefruit brand

The company, which controls over 70% of Florida’s fresh grapefruit production, said the brand will have limited availability during the winter months of November through April.

November 10 , 2021

New sustainable lidding film launched for soft fruit industry

The company says its recyclable, lightweight, heat seal, RockFruit lidding film is designed specifically for the fresh produce market.

November 10 , 2021

Washington apple crop forecast revised as harvest wraps up

The August forecast estimated the Washington state apple harvest to be 124.85 million standard forty pound boxes of fresh apples

November 10 , 2021

Strikes in Peru block major highways, affecting transportation

There has been confirmation that the blockade will be extended for a period of 72 hours or until a new dialogue is established with authorities.

November 10 , 2021

How to build a greenhouse in a cold climate

Three greenhouse owners shared their construction methods and experiences for building greenhouses in cold climates where the benefits accumulate for food production.

November 10 , 2021

Egyptian table grape season looks promising - USDA report

Weather conditions are expected to be favorable, growers continue to adopt new technologies and growing demand is driving up production. 

November 09 , 2021