Costa Group faced "significant challenges" in 2019

But despite recent challenges, Costa says the 'business fundamentals' remain strong and initial trading into CY2020 has been "positive".

February 28 , 2020

State of the Market: Grape supplies pick up in the U.S.

In the U.S. grape prices are expected to fall amid rising arrival volumes, while in Europe supplies are low and Chile and India are fetching better prices than last year.

February 28 , 2020

Walmart may sell majority stake in Asda

UK's third-largest grocery chain Asda is owned by Walmart, who is now speaking with interested parties about potentially selling a majority stake.

February 28 , 2020

Brexit risks produce shortage as immigration laws tighten

Last week the U.K. released its new immigration policy that would end all movement of EU workers who supply the agricultural industry with 60% of its labor.

February 28 , 2020

Agricultural software to improve field yields

EOS says the biggest advantage of its farm management software is its ability to handle different tasks - it can be used either by farmers, insurance companies or traders.

February 27 , 2020

Forever Fresh expands offering as new Chilean partner comes onboard

U.S.-based sales and marketing company Forever Fresh is growing with an expanded offering of South American fruit, as Provex comes on board as a new partner.

February 27 , 2020

Tree created that can produce 40 stonefruit varieties

Grafting techniques have been used to create a tree that can produce 40 different stonefruit varieties, which ripen sequentially from July to October in the U.S.

February 27 , 2020

Carrefour China saw significant profit this quarter

Turning a profit for the first time in seven years, Carrefour China's new owner announced financial results for the first time.

February 27 , 2020

U.S. Hass avocado grew 5% in dollars for 2019 Q3

Hass avocados outperformed other fruits in Q3 with a rise in dollars greater than other produce, although overall dollar growth rate is down from last year.

February 27 , 2020

U.S.: Amazon opens first cashierless store

Cashierless grocery is undoubtedly a trend and people are eager to see what Amazon's new checkout-free grocery store has in store for shoppers.

February 26 , 2020