Del Monte Pacific restructures U.S. supply chain

Del Monte Pacific plans to move to an "asset-light strategy" and divest production facilities of U.S. subsidiary Del Monte Foods.

August 22 , 2019

NZ: Rockit Global "step-changes" business with new HQ and packhouse

“This project signifies the growth of the apple industry in Hawke’s Bay, and signals the coming of age of Rockit and a reflection of our confidence and belief in our product and brand,” says CEO.

August 22 , 2019

Mucci Farms acquires Orangeline Farms

Aside from the Orangeline acquisition, North America-based produce company Mucci also announced "aggressive" expansion plans in Canada and the U.S.

August 21 , 2019

Chilean kiwifruit: First North American promotion leads to strong sales growth

The kiwifruit campaign has included everything from digital coupons and demos to sales and display contests at both regional and nationwide chains.

August 21 , 2019

New U.S.-Mexico tomato trade deal met with mixed reactions

While the FPAA has warned that the new tomato deal will unnecessarily slow border traffic, harming industries, the FTE has said the agreement will protect against dumping.

August 21 , 2019

Bayer sells animal health business for US$7.6B amid mounting Roundup cancer claims

The move comes as Bayer tries to reorganize its business following its acquisition of Monsanto, which faces scores of lawsuits over claims its pesticide Roundup causes cancer.

August 21 , 2019

Grape compound 'may be effective alternative to drugs' in fight against depression

Scientists have found that the plant compound resveratrol, found in the skin and seeds of grapes and berries, can block an enzyme that causes depression and anxiety.

August 21 , 2019

U.S.: Gladstone Land expands with US$33M pistachio farm purchase

Gladstone says this is the first closing of a two-part acquisition; the second closing will be larger and is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2019.

August 21 , 2019

Chilean cherry exports to rise 15% to over 200,000MT, forecasts USDA

It attributed the projected increase to increased productivity in new orchards. There are now 37,000 hectares of Chilean cherry farms - almost double the figure in the 2015-16 season.

August 21 , 2019

Argentina eyes U.S. mandarin, orange market access next year

A delegation from the U.S.'s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) recently visited the country to audit the production and control systems for citrus exports.

August 21 , 2019