Tesco boss tells shoppers not to panic as food is plentiful

“There’s plenty of product in the supply chain, there’s plenty of food at Tesco and other supermarkets, and I don’t think anybody needs to panic buy," Tesco's chairman said.

March 12 , 2020

Sun World grants new grape licenses in California and Mexico

“Demand for our new grape varieties and brands continues to grow - not just in North America but increasingly in key global markets," a Sun World representative said.

March 12 , 2020

Limoneira posts bigger Q1 loss following lemon pricing headwinds

The company posted net revenues of US$41.7m for the period ended Jan. 30, compared to US$42m in the same quarter last year. The operating loss was US$8.5m compared to a loss of US$3m the previous year.

March 12 , 2020

Coronavirus outbreak likely fueling demand for local produce, says Nielsen

Globally, there is likely to be an impact on product and brand choices being made at the checkout due to these changes. And this impact may break longtime purchase habits irreversibly.

March 12 , 2020

Calavo posts Q1 loss despite record revenues

Calavo packed and sold 15% more avocado pounds in the latest quarter and outstripped overall estimated U.S. industry volume growth in the period.

March 11 , 2020

Opinion: Insights to build a tropical program for your business

Gina Garven of Robinson Fresh provides what retailers need to know about the tropical produce category and offers tips to boost sales.

March 11 , 2020

Amazon to start selling cashierless technology to rival retailers

The e-commerce giant reportedly has several retailers already signed up to use the system, which is being marketed as Just Walk Out technology by Amazon.

March 11 , 2020

Berries in Charts: A pricing snapshot of the four categories

In this week's edition we take a look at how the average prices the main four berry categories have been behaving in the U.S. market.

March 10 , 2020

National Farmworker Awareness Week gives chance to celebrate farmworkers and educate consumers

March 09 , 2020

California nectarines gain access to China

California nectarines from a few regions have been granted access to the Chinese market, the Asian country's authorities announced on March 4 with immediate effect.

March 09 , 2020