Fresh Del Monte sets emissions targets

"We're thrilled to receive approval of our emissions reduction targets by the Science Based Targets initiative," Hans Sauter, Chief Sustainability Officer and SVP of R&D said.

November 05 , 2021

California avocado harvest close to projection as La Niña looms

As of last week, the 2020-2021 season had seen 263.5 million pounds of fruit come off the trees, according to figures from the California Avocado Commission.

November 05 , 2021

Taiwan raises WTO complaint against China in fruit dispute

Taiwan raised a trade complaint against China at a World Trade Organization meeting over Beijing's moves to block imports of two types of fruit from the island, its council of agriculture and two other sources said.

November 05 , 2021

Indian grape exports to rise in 2021-22 as production rebounds to pre-pandemic levels

The Fresh Deciduous Fruit Annual report for India said that exports are forecast to rise by 5 percent to 280,000 metric tons (MT), assuming stable supply chains and sufficient domestic grape availability for exports until April 2022.

November 05 , 2021

"Investors are recognizing the merits of organic" - leading ag fund

The largest manager focused on converting conventional farmland to organic in the U.S. has announced that one of its funds has surpassed $100 million in equity commitments.

November 04 , 2021

USDA provides export forecasts for Chilean table grapes, pome fruit

It's a mixed picture for Chilean deciduous fruit over the next year, according to the USDA, with some significant changes expected for exports of grapes, apples and pears.

November 04 , 2021

Extraberries strengthens its presence in international markets

Arturo Zuccarelli, Commercial Manager of Extraberries gave the forecast for the Argentine cherry industry in 2021-22 and spoke about the company's plans.

November 04 , 2021

U.S. produce industry gives statement on supply chain disruption to House Agriculture Committee

In addition, the chief of a Georgia-based vertically integrated company testified during the hearing about the challenges specific to the fresh produce industry.

November 04 , 2021

Walmart and other stores received onions linked to salmonella outbreak - FDA

November 03 , 2021

Del Monte's Q3 profitability hit by higher costs and labor shortages

The company's CEO says: "We continue to operate in one of the most challenging macroeconomic environments in recent history".

November 03 , 2021