Beva Fruits International further strengthens global sourcing base

The company prides itself on taking all grades and sizes, and, according to CEO Bruno Edery, has a "lean and mean" operating style that allows it to maximize grower returns.

March 14 , 2018

Opal apple to enter 'next period of growth' in Europe

Owners of the non-browning, scab-resistant apple have set a goal for volumes to hit at least 1% of the tonnage currently dedicated to Golden Delicious in Europe.

March 07 , 2018

A snapshot of Sun World grape varieties in Europe

AutumnCrisp is at the front of a new wave of grape varieties coming to Europe, including some more niche cultivars that cater to the Italian preference for muscat-flavored fruit.

March 05 , 2018

Australian group acquires Royal Hawaiian Orchards macadamia brands

The deal will make Buderim the leading retail marketer of macadamias in the United States.

February 28 , 2018

Spain: Complaint over supermarket mislabeling of Tang Gold mandarins

Eurosemillas says Aldi and Carrefour's erroneous labeling of the variety led consumers to believe it was the same as Nadorcott.

February 27 , 2018

Sun World CSR report shows commitment to farmworkers, environment

From water recharge basin projects to bee-friendly cover crops to farmworker education, the California-based company has highlighted a range of noteworthy initiatives in its first ever corporate responsibility report.

February 23 , 2018

U.S.: Alabama kiwifruit co-op aims to export locally-developed gold varieties

Sun Pacific is reportedly an investor in what is said to be the only commercial kiwifruit operation in the U.S. outside of California.

February 21 , 2018

Adora, the dark brown tomato that took FLIA silver in Berlin

Specialty tomatoes are an extremely competitive space, but a French breeder has managed to capture the public's attention with its marmande variety Adora.

February 16 , 2018

Q&A: Total Produce chief sees "exciting times" ahead with Dole deal

"Ultimately, you don’t necessarily need to control 100% of an organization from day one to start planning cooperation," says Total Produce chief executive Rory Byrne.