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U.S.: Apple volumes up for second consecutive month

While U.S. apple volumes are at "incredible" levels, prices are struggling and an industry representatives explains how retailers can boost sales.
February 20 , 2020

Opinion: Where next for the U.K. in trade talks post Brexit?

John Giles of Promar International writes on the complexities of the U.K.'s trade negiotiations after Brexit, saying plans are "ambitious to say the least".
February 20 , 2020

Del Monte Produce falls short of Q4 expectations, strong overall for 2019

In 2019 it focused on "strengthening core businesses", driving an increase in profits even if dips in pricing and complications led to an underwhelming Q4.
February 19 , 2020

Chilean table grape volume shortage, Vanguard says

Vanguard has received shipments from two of Chile's table grape producing regions and says it expects green seedless volume shortages of 30% in some places.
February 19 , 2020

Opinion: Banana futures in the balance

Alistair Smith, the international coordinator of non-profit Banana Link, discusses German buyers making a welcome move and the importance of understanding the soils in which the fruit is grown.
February 19 , 2020

Climate change means farmland will increase in the future but could pose threat to environment, says new study

Researchers from Virginia say that as farmland expands to previously untouched regions, carbon emissions could jump to record highs if not properly handled.
February 19 , 2020

U.S: Kroger poised for better performance after Berkshire Hathaway acquires stake

Considered a vote of confidence from Warren Buffet, the unexpected investment means that Kroger's stock could rebound from a previously rocky outlook.
February 19 , 2020

Chilean avocado industry expects to gain entrance to South Korean market in 2020

Chile announced it expects first shipments of avocados to South Korea could be sent as early as next season after South Korean officials visited orchards.
February 18 , 2020

U.S.: FDA issues warnings over FSVP violations

At least six warning letters have been sent by the FDA since August. Three of these were sent in January alone, a signal enforcement of these provisions may be on the upswing.
February 18 , 2020

U.S.: Investors unsure of Walmart's e-commerce profitability

Investors are anxious to know what Walmart's e-commerce results will show as numbers will be released Tuesday, look to see if it will turn a profit.
February 18 , 2020