iTradeNetwork launches new products and promotions

"Transparency and traceability are big topics in the industry right now. We're really excited to kind of jump start that change with the products that we have."

November 14 , 2019

Alibaba sets new record for Singles' Day sales

The event that takes place every year on Nov. 11 is also a major shopping day for high-end imported fruits.

November 13 , 2019

Japan to tighten regulations on plant breeders' rights

After a devastating leak of grapes to South Korea and China, Japan will make regulations on fruit varieties sent abroad more strict.

November 13 , 2019

U.K.: Aldi trials reusable produce bags to reduce single-use plastic

Aldi takes step forward in sustainability efforts and focuses on cutting "excess or single-use plastic like produce bags" by creating reusable alternative.

November 12 , 2019

U.S. retailer pilots app to help reduce food waste

Meijer is testing an app that could cut down on in-store food waste by customers allowing to purchase food nearing its best-by date at a reduced price.

November 12 , 2019

Kiwifruit in Charts: Chile saw highest prices in five years this season

The high kiwifruit prices Chile saw throughout the season are largely thanks to a 15% drop in export volumes (and a 17% drop in exports to the U.S.).

November 12 , 2019

U.S.: Amazon confirms plans for new grocery store

Amazon on Monday said it plans to open its first new brand of grocery store in California next year, as it amps up its ambitious push to become a bigger name in food.

November 11 , 2019

Chile: San Antonio port workers announce fresh strike

The port workers at Chile's most important exit point for fruit shipments say they will strike solidarity with the mass protests that have gripped the country.

November 11 , 2019

Colombia sends first-ever avocado container to Japan

After working to gain access to the Japanese market, Cartama's Hass avocados are sent to Japan through partner, Mission Produce.

November 11 , 2019

South African stonefruit: After challenging year, positive start reported for U.K. campaign

Hortgro's 'Beautiful, Country, Beautiful Fruit' campaign underway for 11th consecutive year, with a focus on collaboration with retailers as top priority.

November 11 , 2019