Industry Announcements
Mexican mango volume drops as Guatemala, Nicaragua rise
In total, this week volume is about 8% lower than what was shipped the previous week.
April 11 , 2024
Brian Bocock named chair of the USHBC Promotions Committee
Bocock takes over the leadership position from Jeff Malensky, president of Oregon Berry Packing in Hillsboro, Oregon, who has served as the committee’s chair for the past three years.
April 11 , 2024
IFPA A-NZ calls for national approach to fruit sticker ban
The IFPA A-NZ outlines key challenges for the produce sector ahead of the Sept. 1, 2025 PLU ban, specifically implementation.
April 11 , 2024
California citrus breeding program grows with congressional support
Congress is allocating an additional $500,000 in federal funding on top of the $1 million granted last year to expand the program into California.
April 10 , 2024
Georgia Ports handled 436K TEUs in March
GPA has achieved a growth of 11 percent in total container trade during the first three months of the calendar year 2024.
April 10 , 2024
Tips to manage eastern lubber grasshoppers, a threat to citrus and vegetables
These insects can be found from March-April to about October-November in North Florida and the state’s Gulf Coast, and they can be economically important throughout Florida.
April 10 , 2024
IFPA welcomes USDA’s updates to WIC nutrition program
The IFPA welcomes updates to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, helping to ensure fruit and vegetable access.
April 09 , 2024
Apeel Sciences saves millions of fruits from going to waste
According to the UNEP Food Waste Index Report 2024, food waste accounts for 8–10% of global greenhouse gas emissions, highlighting the urgent need for solutions like Apeel’s.
April 09 , 2024
Online business workshops guide new farmers in English and Spanish
April 09 , 2024
Oppy doubles Mexican grape volume and looks to expand in Asia
The enhanced lineup will now include Sun World varieties, such as AUTUMNCRISP® and RUBY RUSH®.
April 09 , 2024
