Washington State University is fundraising for a new plant growth facility

The facility will replace a 70-year-old structure in order to enhance WSU scientists' ability to conduct research vital to Washington’s $10 billion tree fruit industry, and double the existing greenhouse space currently available to university professionals.

October 23 , 2024

Avocado market: Mexican supplies push South American fruit to Europe

The report reveals that in Europe, Chile leads the distribution, but the "pie" is more evenly distributed compared to North America.

October 22 , 2024

Westfalia Fruit appoints Chris Bush as Group CEO

Bush will take over from Acting Group CEO Rian du Toit, who will return to his role as Group CFO.

October 21 , 2024

FDACS: Hurricane Milton's damage to Florida ag upwards of $2 billion

According to the damage assessment, the Category 3 hurricane that made landfall on Oct. 9 damaged commodities including animal products, citrus and non-citrus fruit farming, field crops, greenhouses, and vegetable farming.

October 21 , 2024

USDA to purchase $25 million in citrus from domestic producers

These purchases are being made through Section 32 of the Agriculture Act of 1935 and will assist producers and communities in need.

October 21 , 2024

Maersk launches Korosho Express ocean service to support Tanzania’s cashew trade

The Korosho Express will provide bi-weekly sailings from the port of Mtwara, Tanzania, to key markets in China, Vietnam, and India.

October 18 , 2024

Certified organic apple products available year-round from a unique supply chain

October 18 , 2024

Study reveals 70% price volatility in the fresh produce sector

ProducePay's annual report also highlights that volatility in 10 commodities was over 90% in 2023.

October 17 , 2024

Fresh Del Monte achieves sustainability goal ahead of schedule

The company announced it achieved its SBTi-approved Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goal well before the 2030 target.

October 17 , 2024

Organizations transition to compostable labels for ag products

Further meetings between the fresh produce and composting sectors are planned in the coming months to broaden the commitment and finalize the action plan by the end of 2024.

October 16 , 2024