Overtime bill could cut Californian ag economy by US$4.5B, report claims

"There is definitely more and more concern about the likely unintended consequences here," says WGA director Matthew Allen.

August 19 , 2016

U.S.: Port Manatee inks Del Monte lease extension

If all options are exercised, Del Monte will be doing business at Port Manatee until at least 2036.

August 19 , 2016

U.S.: NY announces US$20M food hub in the Bronx

The new market is designed to provide better access to farm-fresh food while also promoting agriculture from Upstate New York.

August 19 , 2016

Peru: Lower sales hit Camposol profits in Q2

Exiting a crop and adjusting to new ones is not always easy, but the Peruvian agri-exporter is optimistic for higher margins in the future.

August 19 , 2016

Q&A: How T&G Global plans to triple its North American apple sales

T&G Global North America's new pipfruit segment leader Joe Barsi discusses the changes at play in the market, and the potential of brands like Envy, Pacific Rose and Jazz.

August 18 , 2016

EFI standards now cover almost 5,000 farmworkers

The Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) has now certified its 10th operation, involving longstanding partner NatureSweet in Mexico.

August 18 , 2016

POM Wonderful president aims to "supplant" whole fruit with arils

California's leading pomegranate grower is planning a significant marketing campaign for its Pom Poms aril product this fall.

August 18 , 2016

Peruvian blueberry grower made "all the mistakes one could" in new industry

The learning curve is steep for growing blueberries, but at least growers have a forum like the upcoming IBO Summit to share their experiences and plan for the future.

August 18 , 2016

Banana expert slams "bananageddon" coverage in Aussie press

One of the world's leading banana disease experts has called for calm after one of Australia's most-read news sites reported Sigatoka could wipe out the crop within a decade.

August 17 , 2016

Outrageously Fresh goes beyond hipster packaging

While it has made its name with mason jar-shaped bags, the brand now features on less outrageous, traditional packaging as well.

August 17 , 2016