Michigan apple growers estimate 32 billion bushels in 2023

There are more than 14.9 million apple trees in commercial production, covering 34,500 acres on 775 family-run farms in Michigan.

August 21 , 2023

Carbon neutral pineapple from Costa Rica is finalist in world sustainability awards

Del Monte Zero is Fresh Del Monte's first certified carbon-neutral pineapple, and is the result of efforts based mainly on the improvement of the transportation fleet and the constant monitoring of emissions.

August 21 , 2023

Washington apple exports down 18.7%

Of the state’s apple exports, 63.2% have gone to Mexico and Canada, with 36.8% going offshore.

August 18 , 2023

IFPA partners with Circana to launch retail produce consumption data platform

IFPA’s partnership with Circana enables direct access to a wealth of produce information for members through the new Produce Consumption Data webpage on IFPA’s website. 

August 18 , 2023

Kroger and 80 Acres Farms partner to expand scope

The partnership is set to expand 80 Acres’ offerings on Kroger shelves to grab-and-go fresh meals, adding to its existing salad blends, tomatoes and herbs offerings.

August 18 , 2023

A look at Hawaii’s avocado sector potential

The Hawaii Avocado Association promotes the Sharwil variety, which is the most common commercial cultivar on the island, and is usually available from November to April.

August 18 , 2023

Georgia ports earns certification to streamline operations

The Advanced Qualified Unloading Approval Lane (AQUA) benefit certification, known as ‘Fast Lane’, enables faster unloading of ships, and shortens port stays, thus saving time and money for ocean carriers and supply chains.  

August 17 , 2023

Aldi buys Winn-Dixie and Harveys supermarkets

The Southeast-focused acquisition includes approximately 400 supermarkets across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

August 17 , 2023

Burger King India removes tomatoes from offerings as inflation soars

The fast food mogul, which runs close to 400 locations in India, resorted to removing tomatoes from its offerings after prices more than quadrupled.

August 17 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: Mexican avocado exports reach unprecedented levels

Having attained a total U.S. import volume just shy of 2.5 billion pounds for the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2023, Avocados From Mexico surpassed its previous high-water mark by more than 2%.

August 17 , 2023