The bigger picture of Trader Joe’s banana price increase

Trader Joe’s, known for its wide array of unique products and comparably low market prices, told FreshFruitPortal.com by email that the decision to increase the price by almost 20% was made because of cost changes. 

March 27 , 2024

AgroFresh acquires Pace International LLC, expands post-harvest solutions portfolio

The acquisition of Pace bolsters AgroFresh’s presence in key fruit-growing regions in North and South America and further enables the company to support its global customers.

March 27 , 2024

Colombia’s CorpoHass allies with sustainability network CECODES

Through this collaboration, the sector hopes to implement “knowledge into tangible actions, driving economic growth, environmental conservation, and social progress within the country,” a release said.

March 27 , 2024

Baltimore rescue continues, as distributors navigate new East Coast routes

President Biden said the government will work to rebuild the bridge as quickly as possible and expects the federal government to fund the construction. 

March 27 , 2024

USDA intends to renew Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee Charter

USDA is set to renew the committee’s charter for two years as required by the Federal Advisory Committee Act.

March 27 , 2024

USDA advances pecan breeding and research program

It takes an average of 28 years from planting a new seedling to releasing a new pecan cultivar with traditional methods of pecan breeding.

March 27 , 2024

Colorado will be first to hear arguments against Kroger-Albertsons merger

Colorado is one of eight states, along with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that has sued to stop the merger from occurring.

March 27 , 2024

Parallel UK and EU farmer protests underline economic anxieties

Multiple farmer protests continued across the UK and EU in opposition to trade policies, environmental agreements and other regulations. 

March 27 , 2024

FDA update on elevated lead, chromium levels in cinnamon applesauce pouches

As of March 22, CDC has received reports of 136 confirmed cases, 345 probable cases, and 38 suspected cases for a total of 519 cases.

March 26 , 2024

GENESIS FRESH’s new orange variety makes global debut

Onix has darker flesh, similar to the well-known Sanguinelli variety, but with a larger size. The cultivar has a much darker, reddish skin, and is being marketed as a cocktail mixer.

March 26 , 2024