Driscoll’s takes significant stake in Australian giant, Costa Group

Costa Group's grower network spans every state of Australia, China, Morocco, and southern Africa. Costa products are sold in numerous countries worldwide, including Europe, the UK, Asia, and North America.

February 27 , 2024

Indian grapes see volume increase, but face transit challenges

Despite starting its season two weeks earlier than normal, Indian grape production volumes is expected to increase by 20% during the 2023-24 season.

February 27 , 2024

New Spanish plum variety attracts Chilean growers

In Spain, it is already a very productive variety that can harvest up to 60 kilos per tree, and a good producer can harvest up to 100 kilos.

February 26 , 2024

Grocery union representing 30,000 workers first to endorse Kroger-Albertsons merger

Ann Poff, vice president of UFCW Local 555, said in a release, “Our workers would rather work for people who run grocery stores over online or big-box retailers.”

February 22 , 2024

Pitaya, soursop stand out in U.S. consumer market projections

As consumption increases, growers and exporters in Ecuador look at ways of growing consumer awareness on exotic fruits in the U.S. market.

February 21 , 2024

Q&A: Chilean nectarine season at David del Curto

To learn more about the industry and exports so far this season, we spoke with executives from David del Curto (DDC), one of Chile's largest fruit exporters.

February 20 , 2024

Retail giants in California address in-store thefts

Los Angeles and San Francisco lead the list of U.S. metro areas most impacted by organized retail crime, according to the National Retail Federation.

February 14 , 2024

Mexico exported 137,500 tons of avocados for the Super Bowl

This year was the second best year in terms of shipments of Mexican avocados for the Super Bowl with a total of 137,500 tons.

February 13 , 2024

Florida successfully controls deadly pest

Initially, peppers were hit especially hard, with leaves curling and growth altered due to the infection.

February 07 , 2024

IBO announces Driscoll’s Mario Steta as new chairman

Steta will succeed McPherson, formerly the general manager of Australian company Costa Group’s berry business, who held the IBO President’s position for eight years.