USDA modifies marketing order regulations for California-grown kiwifruit

The change relaxes the minimum size requirement for all varieties of Actinidia chinensis species kiwifruit to Size 49, defined in the requirements as a maximum of 64 pieces of fruit in an 8-pound sample. 

February 02 , 2023

Chilean cherry export volume increased by 58% year-on-year

This season, Chile has shipped 58% more cherries to the U.S. compared to the same time last year, reported the Chilean Fresh Fruit Association. 

February 02 , 2023

Fruit Logistica publishes latest European market figures

European Statistics Handbook highlights the impact of inflation, weather phenomena, and rising production costs in the fruit and vegetable market.

February 02 , 2023

Mission Produce to open UK distribution center with exclusive ripening technology

The new technology will be implemented for the first time in the company’s newest forward distribution center in Dartford,  England, which is anticipated to open in March of 2023.

February 02 , 2023

Agronometrics Interviews: A tour of the Chilean blueberry season with Giddings Berries USA

The worldwide market for Chilean blueberries is projected to grow as nouveau technology for cultivation, harvesting, packaging, and transportation is researched and incorporated.

February 02 , 2023

Wild Harvest Organic Produce offering over 40 new products

United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) has announced the expansion of its Wild Harvest private-label organic produce line with more than 40 new items. 

February 02 , 2023

CropX acquires Tule expanding operations in California

CropX Technologies, a global leader in digital solutions for agronomic farm management, announced its acquisition of Tule Technologies, a precision irrigation company based in California.

February 01 , 2023

Peru: Piura’s table grape production closing in on Ica

While other growing regions in Peru, such as Ica, were already a representative territory for this cultivar, Piura has slowly become a reputable table grape exporter, with over 30 million boxes shipped yearly.

February 01 , 2023

Fresh produce consumption per capita remains low in Europe

Daily consumption of fresh fruit and vegetables in the European Union remains well below the minimum 400 grams per capita recommended by the World Health Organization.

February 01 , 2023

How citrus packhouses can improve profitability with the latests sorting and grading solutions

Packhouses have traditionally kept their customers happy by packing only the fruit they are sure will meet quality requirements and by rejecting fruit of borderline quality. But this too often leads to fruit ‘giveaway’ which hurts packhouse profits.

February 01 , 2023