Industry Announcements

Ecuador and the United States sign trade agreement to boost Ecuadorian agro-exports

The trade agreement establishes a roadmap for balanced and predictable trade between the nations.
March 18 , 2026

Planasa unveils the Black Yosemite: an extra-early blackberry for global markets

Set to debut in Mexico, the company says the blackberry can produce up to 15,000 boxes per hectare within its first year
March 18 , 2026

Limoneira reports first quarter 2026 revenue decline

The company’s net revenue for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 fell to $18.2 million, a steep decline of $34.3 million from the same quarter last year.
March 16 , 2026

Catalytic Generators and Exp. Group: Scaling the art of ripening through a two-generation partnership

For over three decades, Catalytic Generators, a specialist in ethylene application systems for fruit ripening,  has worked alongside Exp. Group to support its growth from a family-founded produce distributor into one of the largest banana ripening operations in the United States.
March 16 , 2026

Planasa brings together the leading players in the berry sector with its Meet & Greet

March 16 , 2026

Mission Produce sees a 17 percent revenue drop amid lower avocado prices, eyes growth with Calavo acquisition

The company remains positive about its $430 million acquisition of Calavo Growers as a strategic move to expand its avocado platform.
March 13 , 2026

Poly-clip System showcases its scalable, sustainable packaging solutions at Interpack 2026

At Interpack, a leading global packaging exhibition, the company will highlight its efficient, scalable, and sustainable packaging systems designed for a broad array of industries.
March 12 , 2026

Westfalia Fruit’s Whole Tree initiative aims for zero avocado waste, maximum profit

The broader sourcing strategy allows the company to work with a wider range of fruit sizes and quality levels, helping growers achieve stronger returns.
March 12 , 2026

Kapi Kapi Growers new sustainability report focused on environmental, social, and governance

March 11 , 2026

With Del Monte Foods gone, California peach farmers consider orchard removal amid industry turmoil

The closure of Del Monte Foods' two California canning plants has resulted in a projected $550 million loss for the region’s leading peach producers.
March 11 , 2026