U.S.: New strawberry variety released by USDA

The new variety, which has high sweetness and moderate tartness, is good for growers in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern parts of the U.S.

December 09 , 2019

Hazel Technologies secures $100,000 USDA grant for new berry shelf life extension solution

December 09 , 2019

Apeel avocados debut in Europe through Nature's Pride

Apeel avocados rolled-out in stores in Europe, this demonstrates Europe's "commitment to addressing our planet’s massive food waste crisis," said Apeel CEO.

December 09 , 2019

South African table grape exports remain above previous seasons

South African table grape exports to the EU as of week 48 are up 10% at 2.6m boxes, while to the U.K. they are up by a little over double at 960,000.

December 09 , 2019

Spanish mangoes: Lower production, adapting to competitive market

Meanwhile, the Spanish mango industry expects to see growth in upcoming years as its new trees come into harvest.

December 09 , 2019

Indian table grapes could see record exports despite weather setbacks

The higher exports could come despite an expected drop in total production after unseasonably late rains, said speakers at the inaugural Indian Grape Forum.

December 09 , 2019

Australia lifts avocado consumption as production hits new record

Australians were eating 3.5kg/person in 2017-18, but as production levels increase, there will also be more avocados on offer for export markets.

December 06 , 2019

State of the Market - Week 48, 2019

Avocado prices rose in the U.S. market in week 48, while cherry prices came under pressure and table grapes were stable.

December 06 , 2019

Robinson Fresh aims to solve key challenge and drive sales with innovative avocado packaging

The company's VP of Global Sourcing speaks about a trial of new avocado packaging that provides pieces of fruit at different stages of ripeness.

December 06 , 2019

NZ avocado thefts: Farmer's trees 'entirely stripped' of crops

"New Zealand is in full harvest, there's no shortage of avocados at the moment...I can't explain the stupidity and desperation," an officer said.

December 05 , 2019