U.S.: Two supermarkets reach tentative deal with workers to avert strike

The employees, who work at 532 stores stretching from Central California to the Mexican border, already had authorized union leaders to call a strike if a new contract couldn’t be reached. 

September 09 , 2019

South African table grape company seals Vietnam export deal

The company formed part of a twenty-two-member business delegation that showcased South African fresh produce at Asia Fruit Logistica.

September 09 , 2019

Devastating olive disease spreads to France

It’s the first time the bacteria has been identified on an olive tree in France, although the disease was found on other plants in southern France and on Corsica in 2015.

September 09 , 2019

Opinion: Chile and Peru - Similar but different?

The two horticultural industries share a number of features in common, but the background to the development of their export sectors has been very different.

September 09 , 2019

Peru: On the way to becoming the world's largest fresh blueberry exporter

The country has experienced exponential growth in recent years and is hoping to exceed 120,000MT in the next two years.

September 09 , 2019

U.S.: Kroger launches private-label plant-based foods line

The retailer's new collection will encompass a wide range of plant-based food products, as it embraces a growing consumer trend.

September 09 , 2019

Mixed picture for European stone fruit, cherry production

European peach and nectarine production is expected to rise slightly this year, while total cherry production is forecast to decline sharply, according to a USDA forecast.

September 06 , 2019

U.S.-China trade negotiations to resume

It will be the first face-to-face meeting between the two sides since the trade war's rapid escalation in recent weeks.

September 05 , 2019

U.S.: Agriculture Capital invests in Firestone Pacific Foods

Family-owned and operated since 1896, Firestone has expanded over the years to become one of the Pacific Northwest's leading frozen fruit processors.

September 05 , 2019

Germany to ban glyphosate from end of 2023

Germany’s move comes after Austria’s lower house of parliament in July passed a bill banning all uses of glyphosate and after some 20 French mayors last month banned it from their municipalities.

September 05 , 2019