SeaPort Manatee resumes fuel distribution, serving hurricane-impacted region

As power restoration began at Manatee County’s seaport, limited landside cargo operations resumed, while, per U.S. Coast Guard direction, waterside operations resumed during daylight hours, with shipping channel activity limited to a single direction.

October 14 , 2024

Fruit Attraction 2024 announces the winners of the Best Stand Awards

Fruit Attraction 2024, organized by IFEMA MADRID and FEPEX, presented the awards for the Best Stands in three categories.

October 14 , 2024

Sorma Group unveils innovative fruit grading solutions

The PulpVision, BIOSCAN, and HyperVision systems all utilize Sorma's Sormatech platform, which features an innovative carrier design allowing rotation and transport of fruits 38-110mm in size.

October 11 , 2024

The Cranberry Institute's new digital resource shows health benefits of cranberry consumption

The online resource makes it easy to explore the bioactive compounds in the fruit and their proven effects. The guide includes links to help access each section including stomach – suppression of H. pylori, gut microbiome, urinary tract health, support of nerve cells and cognition, and others. 

October 11 , 2024

FDA approves new non-browning Arctic Gala

The Arctic Gala joins Okanagan Specialty Fruits' previously approved varieties, which include Arctic Golden, Arctic Granny, and Arctic Fuji.

October 11 , 2024

APHIS expands Mexican Fruit Fly quarantine areas in Texas

As a result of these changes, the combined quarantine area was increased by 72 square miles to 368 square miles. There are 1,387 acres of commercial citrus in the quarantine area.

October 10 , 2024

Hurricane Milton moves away from Florida as authorities assess damages

As people start returning home to assess the hurricane's impact, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said the state is quickly working to restore power to millions of customers now in the dark and to replenish the fuel supply.

October 10 , 2024

Frutas de Chile presented its brand in Europe

The launching ceremony was held at the city's Real Casino and was attended by more than 200 guests, representing Chilean fruit companies, importers, buyers, retailers, and other key players linked to the industry.

October 10 , 2024

VOG’s strategy for fruit and vegetables: Putting the focus back on consumers

In order to appeal to new consumers, including young people, and to retain their loyalty, it is necessary to create a rich, colourful assortment featuring apples with a distinct personality. VOG’s work on its brands fully exemplifies this approach.

October 10 , 2024

Sinclair and Zespri launch compostable label

Zespri stated it intends to replace all labels with the new T55 label during a transition period next year.

October 10 , 2024