Food and grocery industry "still has a way to go" on diversity, inclusion, IGD says

With gains in the past five years, research shows that companies in the food and grocery industry think they're making more progress than they actually are.

November 27 , 2019

Opinion: Opportunities abound for international produce in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

John Giles Promar International gives an overview of the Saudi Arabian port city, a "melting pot" of international produce that imports from all around the world.

November 27 , 2019

U.S.: Dave Wilson Nursery acquires Fredriks Nursery

Dave Wilson Nursery said the move will provide growth for its potted tree division by expanding climate controlled greenhouses.

November 26 , 2019

Pears in Charts: Stark Crimson - the star of the U.S market

In 2018, the prices were US$2.61 per kilogram on average - a whole US$1 higher than the next closest variety, Summer Bartlett.

November 26 , 2019

U.S.: Washington apple company sees 'one of greatest starts' for export demand

Washington apple orchard sees "significant market demand" but is "limited by an inability to move product fast enough due to a lack of shipping containers".

November 26 , 2019

Chile: San Antonio port workers on new two-day strike

The port workers' union stated that its decision to join a national strike comes "in support of the social movement that is developing across the country".

November 25 , 2019

U.S.: Citrus greening detected in San Bernardino County

Greening citrus disease was detected in San Bernardino County in California, sparking the spread of the quarantined area in efforts to stop its spread.

November 25 , 2019

U.S.: Walmart's Jet.com ends New York fresh grocery business

Walmart's subsidiary Jet.com stopped its fresh grocery delivery a year after introducing the service, will close warehouse in the Bronx.

November 25 , 2019

BayWa sees success in first year of UAE tomato greenhouse project

BayWa's project to grow tomatoes in the UAE is assessed as a positive learning process that reinforces its confidence in greenhouses after a year of growth.

November 25 , 2019

Mexican blueberry exports to rise during 2019-20 season

An industry representative told us about developments, challenges and market diversification as it anticipates an increase in exports this season.

November 25 , 2019