IFPA responds to MAHA report; Urges focus on fruit and vegetable access to improve health

The Association said the child-focused report recognizes that there is work to do to improve the nutritional quality of our food system.

May 26 , 2025

Chiquita Panama carries out mass layoffs in response to plantation strike

The decision came after the “unjustified abandonment of work at our plantations and operational centers since April 28, which continues to this date."

May 26 , 2025

Soluna launches cold-pressed juice from signature Bravo apples

The company said in a release that the product delivers a bold, naturally sweet flavour with nothing added, representing a new standard in apple juice purity and taste. 

May 26 , 2025

California Walnut Commission participates in U.S. agricultural trade mission to the UK

Representatives from the California Walnut Commission, including Jack Mariani, CEO of Mariani Nut Company, and Robert Verloop, Executive Director and CEO of the Commission, took part in a roundtable discussion at the U.S. Embassy in London.

May 26 , 2025

MAHA report highlights poor diet and chemicals as two of the main causes of childhood chronic disease

The report shows that, according to the CDC, 40% of the roughly 73 million children aged 0-17 in the country have at least one chronic health condition.

May 26 , 2025

CropLife America raises concerns on MAHA report's stance on pesticides

CropLife America (CLA), the leading national trade association representing the pesticide industry, has stated that it unequivocally supports the responsible use of pesticides as vital to sustainable and affordable food production.

May 26 , 2025

Trump says he's "set the deal" on 50% tariff on the EU

Trump said on Friday that the EU has been "very difficult to deal with," and indicated that "it was formed for the primary purpose of taking advantage of the United States on TRADE."

May 23 , 2025

Zespri signs five-year deal with Port of Tauranga to grow kiwifruit exports

According to a release by the port, kiwifruit exports are expected to increase by more than 2% a year through to 2029 as the size of Zespri’s annual harvest continues to expand.

May 23 , 2025

California Berry Cultivars responds to Driscoll's: “It's time to respect the federal District Court's ruling”

CBC said it has consistently operated with integrity in its breeding programs and has successfully developed and commercialized numerous strawberry varieties in compliance with settled law.

May 23 , 2025

Quality culture in the mango industry: considerations and reflections

Quality is an important factor in the mango industry. Engineer and consultant, Armando Gerstl, discusses its relevance.

May 23 , 2025