Avocado growers in Ecuador growing fast, determined to meet U.K. standards

Several companies are expected to have gained GlobalG.A.P. certifications by mid-2019, after which time exports to the U.K. market will start to grow substantially.

September 20 , 2018

U.S. pricing reflects greater orange imports from Chile, South Africa

By mid-August, both origins were fetching prices that were on average around 30% lower year-on-year.

September 20 , 2018

Dole sells U.S. headquarters for US$50M

The move comes a few weeks after Ireland-based multinational Total Produce acquired a 45% stake in Dole.

September 14 , 2018

USDA pegs California Navel orange volumes up 11% in 2018-19

The forecast, which includes conventional, organic, and specialty Navel oranges, is for 80 million boxes.

September 13 , 2018

Argentina: Prima Group acquires majority stake in Moño Azul

"It is an important step for us and for the entire Rio Negro Valley," said Prima CEO Nicolás Sánchez.

September 12 , 2018

Mission Produce releases new Size Minded merchandising program

September 11 , 2018

Colombia joins World Avocado Organization

September 10 , 2018

Chile establishes national fruit board

Agriculture Minister Antonio Walker announced the move, which is intended to help the sector face future challenges.

September 10 , 2018

Q&A: European retailer Delhaize's Junk Fruit campaign

“Are you ready for your new addiction?” 

September 10 , 2018

BerryWorld expands into North America with Mastronardi Produce JV

U.K.-headquartered BerryWorld and Canada-based greenhouse grower Mastronardi Produce have formed a joint venture for the North American market.

September 06 , 2018