Amazon Fresh store closures continue: 4 Southern California locations shutter amid strategy shift

The announcement is the latest move in the company's grocery strategy, which has shifted its focus to Whole Foods stores and Amazon Fresh delivery services. 

October 14 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: The US blueberry boom and a look at America's most valuable fruit crop

Blueberries hit a sweet spot in 2024, with US production topping 789 million pounds. Cultivated berries dominate the market, but Maine's wild harvest still holds its ground.

October 14 , 2025

Dried, not tired: Smaller California prune crop sparks big growth strategies

With fine-tuned inventory management and varietal innovation, the California Prune Board is making sure growers stay ahead of global competition.

October 14 , 2025

Laura Lutjen joins Duda Farm Fresh Foods, bringing 30 years of industry experience

October 14 , 2025

Australian blueberries gain Vietnam market access in new export agreement

The agreement is underpinned by investments from the Australian non-profit Hort Innovation, which will support research in the Asian country.

October 14 , 2025

Sunridge Nurseries celebrates global viticulture innovation at breeders' California field days

Each summer, Sunridge Nurseries looks forward to participating in the various table grape field days organized by our esteemed breeding partners, Grapa Global™ and Bloom Fresh Global™.

October 14 , 2025

Strategic shift: Fyffes divests melon division to strengthen core fruit categories

October 14 , 2025

US-South Africa trade deal imminent, says trade minister Parks Tau

South Africa’s trade minister, Parks Tau, said “substantial progress had been made” between the US and South Africa to reach a “reciprocally beneficial" trade deal.

October 13 , 2025

Rotterdam Port strike halted for 5 days amid negotiations, while Antwerp pilots continue action

A broad delegation of logistics representatives requested a court intervention to ban or limit the strike due to its significant social consequences. The stoppage may resume on Friday if a deal is not made.

October 13 , 2025

What's next in food? Whole Foods Market shares 8 trend predictions for 2026

From tallow and fiber, to conscious sweets and upgraded instant meals, these are the biggest grocery trends about to hit shelves according to the retailer.

October 13 , 2025