Belgium: Greenyard Fresh and Carrefour agree to strengthen partnership

Greenyard says the agreement will lead to a significant rise in the volume of fresh fruits and vegetables that it supplies to Carrefour Belgium, financially benefiting all parties in the supply chain.

April 23 , 2019

USDA launches countrywide youth contest to reduce food waste

The competition, open to students aged 11-18, will promote various eco-friendly strategies, including recovering excess food, recycling food scraps, and raising awareness about food waste.

April 23 , 2019

Amazon boosts ties with French food retailer Casino

The move could reportedly reignite speculation that the U.S. e-commerce giant is looking to purchase a European retailer, following its acquisition of Whole Foods Market last year.

April 23 , 2019

Kiwifruit in Charts: With stocks at five-year high, how will prices fare for Chile?

Chile is forecasting lower production than last year, but with higher stocks of Italian fruit in the U.S. market at the moment it is likely the market will remain stable with lower year-on-year prices over the coming weeks.

April 23 , 2019

U.S.: California's blueberry crop to be "significantly larger" than last year's, says CBC

The head of the California Blueberry Commission Todd Sanders expects blueberry volumes to be up 30% from last year and 10-15% compared to a typical season in the state.

April 23 , 2019

U.S.: Mission Produce sharpens brand and unveils new identity

California-based avocado company Mission Produce has revealed what it describes as its "elevated identity", termed "the world’s most advanced avocado network".

April 22 , 2019

U.S.: Arizona raises concerns over termination of tomato trade agreement with Mexico

Those who caution authorities to maintain the agreement note how disadvantageous leaving it could be for U.S. and Mexican workers, import businesses, and tomato markets.

April 22 , 2019

Mexican avocado exports to U.S. surge 25% in Cinco de Mayo run-up

Mexico's Association of Producers, Packers and Exporters of Avocado (APEAM) said that 78,000 metric tons (MT) were sent north of the border in weeks 13 and 14, one quarter higher than the 58,730MT sent last year.

April 22 , 2019

Argentina: Table grape exports from key region 'lowest in 12 years'

Increased costs in numerous areas mean that San Juan is now only exporting a fraction of what it used to, with overseas shipments this season down by 18%.

April 22 , 2019

Mexico: Berry association says industry not affected by U.S. border delays

Aneberries says the industry has not been negatively affected by the delays crossing the U.S. border over the last couple of weeks, despite local media reports that sales had been significantly impacted.

April 18 , 2019