Mexico: Cold and wet weather could hit lime, berry production

Veracruz Mexico may see up to 5” of rain over a four-day period, which could delay lime harvests in the area.

October 26 , 2018

U.S.: NW cherry season lifted by high quality and quick start

In a season review, Northwest Cherry Growers noted that exports to China were half what they were last year, resulting in lost sales and downward price pressure across all markets.

October 26 , 2018

Chilean researcher creates liquid to prevent sliced avocados turning black

The product was also found to maintain blueberry quality during transportation, and a Chilean exporter is due to carry out a trial in November.

October 26 , 2018

Europe: Avocado consumption grew by 35% over last year, says WAO

The World Avocado Organization says that Europeans consumed 650,000 metric tons of the fruit over the last year.

October 25 , 2018

Scientists call for organophosphate pesticide ban

An expert panel of toxicologists says the evidence is "compelling" that the pesticide class increases the risk of reduced IQs, memory and attention deficits, and autism for prenatal children.

October 25 , 2018

Spain: Police find 6MT of cocaine hidden inside bananas

The huge haul of drugs were hidden inside fruit said to have originated in Ecuador.

October 25 , 2018

Flies play important pollination role in Arctic region, study finds

The abundance of a relative of the ubiquitous housefly has been found to impact the seed production of northern plants.

October 25 , 2018

APS18 Preview II: 'E-commerce is a must-have, and fresh produce will be the next playing ground'

Stephane Roger, Global Shopper and Retail Director for Kantar and speaker at the November Amsterdam Produce Summit, talks about omni-channel trends in Part II of the exclusive interview.

October 25 , 2018

State of the Market - Week 42, 2018

Although Californian and Peruvian avocado supplies decreased in the U.S. market, rising volumes from Mexico made it hard to clear inventories.

October 25 , 2018

Catalytic Generators celebrates over 30 years at the PMA

October 24 , 2018