U.S.: FDA finds no salmonella outbreak source at Del Monte facility

In addition to the facility, the FDA also investigated distribution and supplier information for produce used in the vegetable trays, and did not identify a potential point of contamination for the outbreak.

July 15 , 2019

U.S.: California's avocado supply remains tight but expected higher next year

"Branded foodservice programs are also down this year but we are already working with targeted chains for next year when supply is expected to be higher," says California Avocado Commission's vice president of marketing, Jan DeLyser.

July 13 , 2019

Turkish cherry industry eyes strong future in China with improved export protocol

The world's largest cherry producer recently secured what it says is a much more favorable protocol for exports to one of the world's largest import markets.

July 12 , 2019

Del Monte forms new product development team

Del Monte says the team will be able to better serve its consumers and also integrate its Mann Packing group into its ongoing product development processes.

July 12 , 2019

Avocado, coffee and citrus ‘threaten global food security’

A recent study, looking at 40 years of data, claims that Western appetites for foods like avocados, coffee and citrus fruit are threatening global food security.

July 12 , 2019

AUS: Red Rich Fruits secures exclusive rights to Cosmic Crisp apples

“With its firm, crisp texture, and a beautiful balance of juiciness, sweetness and tartness, we’re confident the variety will fast become a staple apple variety for Australian consumers,” comments Red Rich Fruits.

July 11 , 2019

Australian table grape season in China "outstanding", says Frutacloud

Australia increased its table grape exports to China this season and saw its 9kg package of Autumn Crisp table grapes hit record-high-sales of US$101.

July 11 , 2019

State of the Market - Week 27 2019

In the U.S., prices of imported lemons were on the up, but the opening prices of oranges from Chile and South Africa were way down compared to last year.

July 11 , 2019

U.S.: Organic apples and pears see bump in sales, says Domex

Specifically, Superfresh Growers says organic apples experienced a 5% growth in national sales while organic pears fared even better, with sales up 7%.

July 10 , 2019

Kenya's avocado exports to China to rise 10% annually

In May, the countries' presidents signed a trade deal that, when fully implemented, would see the Chinese market take in more than 40% of Kenya’s avocado produce, the export council estimates.

July 10 , 2019