Chilean researcher creates liquid to prevent sliced avocados turning black

The product was also found to maintain blueberry quality during transportation, and a Chilean exporter is due to carry out a trial in November.

October 26 , 2018

Canadian govt gives carbon pricing relief to greenhouse growers

The targeted relief for commercial greenhouse growers was announced to limit the impact of the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act (GGPPA).

October 25 , 2018

Europe: Avocado consumption grew by 35% over last year, says WAO

The World Avocado Organization says that Europeans consumed 650,000 metric tons of the fruit over the last year.

October 25 , 2018

Spain: Police find 6MT of cocaine hidden inside bananas

The huge haul of drugs were hidden inside fruit said to have originated in Ecuador.

October 25 , 2018

Flies play important pollination role in Arctic region, study finds

The abundance of a relative of the ubiquitous housefly has been found to impact the seed production of northern plants.

October 25 , 2018

APS18 Preview II: 'E-commerce is a must-have, and fresh produce will be the next playing ground'

Stephane Roger, Global Shopper and Retail Director for Kantar and speaker at the November Amsterdam Produce Summit, talks about omni-channel trends in Part II of the exclusive interview.

October 25 , 2018

State of the Market - Week 42, 2018

Although Californian and Peruvian avocado supplies decreased in the U.S. market, rising volumes from Mexico made it hard to clear inventories.

October 25 , 2018

Willa downgraded to tropical storm in Mexico, but could bring nor'easter to U.S. East Coast

Willa had reached a Category 5 hurricane on Monday but weakened significantly after making landfall on Mexico's Pacific Coast.

October 24 , 2018

Chilean cherry production up to 20% lower than last season

However, the industry is still expecting a lot of fruit this season, with anticipated exports of around 150,000MT.

October 24 , 2018

Walmart omni-channel director offers insight on building seamless e-commerce synergies

Rand Waddoups of Walmart discusses ways to enhance consumer experiences with fresh produce in advance of his appearance at the Amsterdam Produce Summit in November.

October 24 , 2018