U.S.: Bill Gates-backed startup launches avocados with double shelf life

Del Rey Avocado Company is supplying avocados treated with the plant-derived product to Costco Wholesale stores in the U.S Midwest.

June 19 , 2018

Two leading blueberry companies merge

The U.S. and European organizations are family-owned and long-time friends and industry allies.

June 14 , 2018

Chilean walnut industry takes collateral damage from U.S.-India trade spat

India may have implemented a higher tariff rate in retaliation for increased U.S. duties on steel and aluminum, but Chilean shippers will also pay the price.

June 14 , 2018

U.K.: Tesco to sell green South African lemons amid low Spanish supplies

The retailer said that another reason behind its lifting of color quality specifications was to help cut down on food waste in the home by to an extra two days shelf life.

June 13 , 2018

Ukraine in line for Chinese cherry market access after Uzbekistan gets green light

Chinese officials are in Ukraine this week conducting a pest risk assessment, with negotiations between the countries now in their third year.

June 13 , 2018

Self-service pineapple slicing machine set for huge global growth

A Dutch Food Technology representative said at the London Produce Show that the first machines will be delivered to China in the coming weeks.

June 12 , 2018

China: Mr. Avocado launches in Hema supermarkets

The company also recently established an avocado farm in Yunnan in the southwest of the country, its first foray into domestic production.

June 09 , 2018

U.S.: "Perfect storm of demand" for jackfruit on East Coast

A retailer is selling more than 100 cases a week of the world's largest tree fruit at just one of its locations.

June 08 , 2018

ICA Sweden scoops award for marketing produce to kids at LPS2018

The company was recognized for its initiative last year over the Halloween period, during which it launched a line of monster-themed fruit and vegetables.

June 07 , 2018

Walmart sells majority of Brazil unit

Shares in Walmart rose more than 2 percent, with analysts saying the deal allows the company to focus on more promising markets.