Chilean cherries hit by unexpected November rains

A phenomenon likely attributed to El Niño, rains are not only highly uncommon during the spring and summer months in Chile, but these  may  become the most intense November rains in over a decade.

November 13 , 2023

USDA enhancing U.S. specialty crop sector competitiveness 

USDA is encouraging U.S. specialty crops stakeholders to submit comments on how USDA can better support and meet the needs of the industry.

November 13 , 2023

27 Georgia counties declared disaster areas

The total economic loss caused by Hurricane Idalia is still being calculated by the Farm Service Agency and University of Georgia Extension.

November 10 , 2023

Calif. Fresh Fruit Association names new president

“I could not be more thrilled to join the great team at CFFA,” says newly elected President, Daniel Hartwig.

November 10 , 2023

Kanzi apples a great option for holidays

Kanzi apples are available all season long with both conventional and organic offerings.

November 10 , 2023

Amazon Fresh delivery and pick up now available to non-Prime users

Additionally, the company hopes to expand grocery delivery and pick up from Whole Foods Market.

November 10 , 2023

Could this be the future of quality control for fresh produce?

Poor quality control is not only an issue for consumers and retailers, but it represents a liability for the profitability of everyone involved in the supply chain. 

November 09 , 2023

California officials dumping 250,000 sterile fruit flies

The measure will be applied weekly per square mile across a nine-square-mile area.

November 09 , 2023

Ahold Delhaize USA sells FreshDirect

The “difficult decision” comes as the company focuses investments on omni-channel businesses.

November 09 , 2023

Fresh Del Monte introducing reusable plastic containers

The new containers are trackable and have a 15 year life cycle during which damaged parts can be collected, replaced and repurposed.

November 09 , 2023