Fruitist & Paradise unites partner strengths

Independent berry grower-packer-exporters in Mexico and Peru have entered a joint venture partnership to create a new berry marketing company.

November 14 , 2022

Hortifrut begins supplying berries from Ecuador and Colombia

The company currently has 50 hectares of blueberries newly planted in Ecuador, with the 2022-23 season being its first harvest, with around 600 tons of exports expected.

November 11 , 2022

Colombian avocados make Chilean market debut

Colombian Hass avocado has consolidated its presence in Chile, after a successful first export which consisted of 22 tons of fruit. The Chilean market has maintained its position as the world’s second largest consumer of avocados, only after Mexico, strengthening Colombia’s offer. 

November 11 , 2022

The supply chain crisis will have a long-lasting impact on the industry

A period of severe disruption in the fresh produce industry could drive numerous and far-reaching improvements in the long run.

November 11 , 2022

Envy to propel sales with “The Ultimate Holiday Apple” Campaign

Best-Selling* Premium Apple brand partners with Hallmark Channel’s annual “Countdown to Christmas” in omni-channel marketing effort.

November 11 , 2022

November Florida orange estimate is 28M boxes, down a third from last season

The entire Florida citrus area was inundated with heavy winds and excessive rainfall due to Hurricane Ian. Consequently, the estimate is down 32% from last season’s final production. 

November 11 , 2022

Sweet Valley Citrus projects strong Satsuma mandarin season

Volumes are up and crops are maturing earlier compared to the previous season, with shipping set to begin about two weeks ahead.

November 10 , 2022

Total Produce UK rebrands to Dole UK

The rebranding process seeks to position the brand as a vertically integrated business. The transition is expected to have minimal operational impact.

November 10 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: Chilean cherry exports projected to increase by 25% in the 2022-23 season

According to ASOEX Cherries Committee’s most recent estimate, Chile will reach 446,769 tons in exports.

November 10 , 2022

Jim Prevor, industry icon and maverick thought-leader, passes away

On this earth for merely 61 years, Jim was a force of boundless energy and enthusiasm for the perishable food and fresh produce industry in which he was born and carried a rich family legacy.

November 09 , 2022