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

"Erratic and volatile" few months for Ecuadorian banana exports

Within a few months, Ecuador experienced both some of the highest and the lowest prices ever seen.

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.

June 07 , 2018

USDA and FDA align produce safety rules for farmers

United Fresh president Tom Stenzel describes the development as "an important step forward."

June 06 , 2018

Australia: Death linked to recalled frozen pomegranate

The Egypt-origin fruit was first recalled two months ago, and there have so far been 24 cases of the disease linked to the product.

June 06 , 2018

State of the Market - Week 22, 2018

The U.S. clementine market was strong in week 22 and expected to remain so over the coming weeks.

June 06 , 2018

U.S.: Sharp drop expected for Florida avocado volumes

Mary Ostlund of Brooks Tropicals said Hurricane Irma "did a number" on south Florida groves.

June 06 , 2018

Mexico imposes 20% tariff on U.S. apples, cranberries

"Any tariff is clearly going to have economic impact to our industry – especially when you consider its cumulative effect along with the tariffs imposed by China and expected within the next few weeks from India," says Todd Fryhover of the Washington Apple Commission.

June 05 , 2018

South Africa: CGA slams "opportunistic political posturing" in citrus worker strike

It is estimated that over the last week the industry has missed packing and shipping opportunities for at least 520 containers, with an estimated FOB of US$13 million.

June 05 , 2018

San Miguel joins forces with Peru's La Calera to market fruit in North America

The development follows San Miguel's purchase of an equity stake in La Calera subsidiary Andean Sun Produce.

June 05 , 2018