California avocados: Cautious optimism ahead of 2021 season

The upcoming California avocado season is predicted to reach an average-size crop of 325 million pounds but could still face difficulties from Covid-19 and dry weather.

December 09 , 2020

Why ASTRA fruit peeling machines are so special

ASTRA Inc. is an innovative Japanese peeler developer, famous for its unique ‘Peeler blade’ technology which it says is superior to the competition.

December 09 , 2020

South African table grape exports remain far below previous years

Compared to last year, data shows a 34 percent decrease of South African table grape exports by week 48.

December 08 , 2020

U.S. imports more citrus and blueberries, fewer avocados and bananas in October

Blueberry imports hit a new peak in October, while Chilean avocado imports almost fell off the map and citrus volumes saw a big boost.

December 08 , 2020

Agronometrics in Charts: Lower apple volumes set spot market pricing record

A record-volume summer kept apple prices down over much of the year, though autumn has seen the markets swing the other way.

December 08 , 2020

NZ: T&G launches fresh produce charity for struggling families

T&G has launched a new charity to provide lower-income families with fresh produce from its domestic division and growing partners.

December 07 , 2020

Tesco CEO discusses current supermarket environment, support for others

Jason Tarry said Tesco's in-store stock levels are still strong but is warning that the retailer may have to starting limiting purchases on some essential items as it grips with further fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic.

December 07 , 2020

Ag industry likely to see more compromise under Biden administration

As Biden steps into office, he will have many decisions to make on key issues and will most likely "govern towards the middle", according to a representative at PMA.

December 07 , 2020

Mission Produce's Jim Donovan to retire

During his expansive stretch at Mission, Donovan garnered a strong reputation in sales, operations, and industry relations, but spent the better part of his career in a senior-level global sourcing position.

December 07 , 2020

Peruvian protests: 'Normal operations to resume' after protests, harvest delays - AGAP

"As a consequence, harvest and packing of table grapes, blueberries and asparagus were delayed for a few days and are now expected to return to projected levels of export," AGAP said on Sunday.

December 07 , 2020