Bloom Fresh wins legal battle in South Korea over table grape licensing

The firm successfully demonstrated that the patented variety named IFG Six and the trademark Sweet Sapphire were in wide use despite the company’s ownership of the intellectual property. 

October 25 , 2023

Berry breeding coming to fruition for North Bay

Brian Klumpp, North Bay’s director of sales and marketing, tells FreshFruitPortal.com that several new varieties “are hitting at the same time.”

October 24 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian grapes bridging supply gaps left behind by Hurricane Hilary

Peru has been on a strong growth streak, with an average increase of 20% over the past three seasons in the north.

October 24 , 2023

Ron Vachris appointed CostCo CEO

Longtime chief executive Craig Jelinek will be stepping down, as the succession is part of a long established plan. 

October 20 , 2023

IFPA 2023 promotes healthier world; calls for industry to 'take action' 

Cathy Burns, CEO of the International Fresh Produce Association delivered a State of the Industry address during the opening ceremony of the 2023 Global Produce & Floral Show on Oct. 19.

October 20 , 2023

Fresh blueberry shipments to the U.S. keep falling

The intensity of the rains during February and March will be a determining factor in the volumes shipped in the last part of the season.

October 18 , 2023

Florida citrus groves selling to developers

The state has been shifting away from its agricultural roots for years, driven by a changing state economy, swings in the weather and shifting consumer tastes.

October 17 , 2023

Marlene Bio Organic Apples: New look for the daughter of the Alps

October 17 , 2023

Q&A: Frutura CEO David Krause on huge dual acquisition

"We knew we wanted to be in the berry space in a meaningful way, and when the opportunity presented itself to be able to put both of these companies together, that for us was like a perfect scenario and almost like a unicorn event," says Krause.

October 17 , 2023

Super Starr boosts Mexican winter melon volume

The firm describes itself as “Mexico’s premier papaya and melon grower, shipper, and processor.”

October 17 , 2023