Industry Announcements

Fresh Del Monte to reunite Del Monte brand after four decades after $285 million sale

The transaction remains subject to court approval and applicable regulatory clearances, and closing is expected by the end of Q1 2026.
January 27 , 2026

Fall Creek to present new high-chill blueberry variety at Fruit Logistica 2026

SEKOYA Nova ‘FC15-173’ has demonstrated great fruit size distribution and postharvest performance, with storability exceeding 60 days while maintaining fruit quality.
January 23 , 2026

Amazon's upcoming new brick-and-mortar store will outsize any Walmart Supercenter

The plans show a dual-purpose 230,000-square-foot facility that will serve as both a traditional retail store and a fulfilment center for online and in-store sales.
January 22 , 2026

CMA CGM hits the brakes on Suez comeback as uncertainty ripples through trade lanes

Just as some eye a return to a familiar shortcut, caution is back in the driver’s seat as routing decisions continue to hinge on security signs far beyond the docks.
January 22 , 2026

EFI welcomes Gonzalo Martinez de Vedia as new Executive Director

January 21 , 2026

Sun World expands marketer network to support branded grape programs' growth

January 20 , 2026

ARIA tomatoes bring sweet brilliance to store shelves 

January 19 , 2026

US cherry industry mourns passing of veteran leader B.J. Thurlby, former WSFC president

In his 25 years as WSFC president, Thurlby helped to grow international markets for sweet cherries by more than 300 percent, with exports going to 29 countries.
January 16 , 2026

Komet’s new low-pressure sprinkler delivers up to 12 percent improved yields

From the edge of the field to real-time data, the Austrian irrigation specialist is sharpening its focus on precision at the field’s edge.
January 16 , 2026

Mission Produce acquires Calavo Growers for $430 million, expanding North American avocado business

The addition of Calavo is expected to create a scaled North American avocado and fresh produce platform, allowing Mission to expand internationally and accelerate its business model diversification.
January 14 , 2026