Driscoll's transitions Santa Maria cooling facility to solar

Driscoll’s is in the early stages of pursuing clean and alternative energy sources for its owned and operated coolers across North America, the press release stated.

August 12 , 2021

Private equity firm acquires Canada's Fresh Direct Produce

Private equity firm PNC Riverarch Capital has announced that it has acquired leading Canadian fresh fruit and vegetable distributor Fresh Direct Produce (FDP) from another equity firm, HKW.

August 12 , 2021

Peru to host the IBO Summit 2021

The Association of Blueberry Producers and Exporters of Peru (Proarándanos) will host this year's IBO Summit, in coordination with the International Blueberry Organization (IBO), to be held from August 23 to 25.

August 12 , 2021

Zespri announces kiwifruit breeding JV

The Kiwifruit Breeding Centre's focus will be driving greater innovation within kiwifruit breeding, focusing on creating healthier, better tasting and more sustainability-focused varieties.

August 12 , 2021

Calavo names new EVP of Fresh Foods division

In his new role, the executive will be responsible for leading the Renaissance Food Group (RFG) and Calavo Foods business segments.

August 12 , 2021

Mexican avocado value chains will demand boost as sector grows, says expert

Considering the growing success of Mexican avocados in the U.S. and EU, value chains should be promoted to standardize prices and maintain product quality, according to an industry member.

August 11 , 2021

Worldwide vertical farming market to "increase rapidly"

The demand for vertical farming is expected to increase rapidly during the forecast period, owing to rise in popularity of organic food. 

August 11 , 2021

EU lowers limits for toxic metals in fruit and vegetables

Foodstuffs will have to meet stricter limits of cadmium and lead content before they can be sold in the European Union, according to new rules that will be applicable from the end of August.

August 11 , 2021

"A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity": National ag, water coalition applauds Senate passage of infrastructure bill

The bill's passage on Tuesday came as nearly two-thirds of the West experience extreme or exceptional drought conditions, and more than 90 active wildfires burning across the U.S.

August 11 , 2021

Spain to see a significant decrease in lemon production in 2021-22

The forecast decline follows on from an expected eight percent year-on-year increase in the 2020-21 season to a record 1.34 million metric tons (MT).

August 10 , 2021