U.S. Northwest pear season quality 'the best in a decade'

"Pear growers are reporting an excellent quality crop this season with some saying it is the best they have seen in a decade," Kevin Moffitt, President and CEO of Pear Bureau Northwest said.

September 10 , 2021

California fresh produce industry berates defunding decision of Senate bill

In response to the defunding of Senate Bill 559, California fresh produce organizations slammed the action saying it "demonstrates the clear intent of the Assembly to drive food production out of California".

September 09 , 2021

Limoneira: Stronger lemon pricing and fresh utilization boosts Q3

Good results in the lemon segment were partially offset the reduced avocado sizing due to lack of rainfall in California, the company said.

September 09 , 2021

Calavo CEO steps down, company posts challenging Q3

California-based avocado company Calavo has announced the retirement of CEO James Gibson, having served in the position for around a year and a half.

September 09 , 2021

Amazon will open two cashier-less Whole Foods stores next year

Amazon is installing its cashier-less "Just Walk Out" technology at the locations, which are set to open in 2022 in Washington D.C. and Sherman Oaks, California.

September 09 , 2021

Oppy boosts technology focus in California grape category

Numerous technological solutions have been making headway in Oppy’s California grape vineyards with three of its latest innovation partners. 

September 09 , 2021

USDA announces $700M in grants to provide relief to agricultural workers

This relief is intended to defray costs for reasonable and necessary personal, family, or living expenses related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

September 08 , 2021

Avocados change belly fat distribution in women, controlled study finds

An avocado a day could help redistribute belly fat in women toward a healthier profile, according to a new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and collaborators.

September 08 , 2021

Israel set for record avocado production in 2021-22

The sector’s upshift may have been practically imperceptible in recent seasons in the export figures because of climate vagaries and the local market rising to prominence, according to a report.

September 08 , 2021

IBO's 2021 Global State of the Blueberry Industry Report now available for free

“All blueberry industry members around the world should have the report at their disposal in order to stay on top of the latest trends and new developments," said Peter McPherson, Chairman of the IBO.

September 08 , 2021