AgroFresh’s FreshCloud expedites production with latest digital technology

The brand developed FreshCloud, a digital solution that uses consumer grade Android and Apple smartphones or tablets to examine fruit quality, aiding in the decision-making process.

November 09 , 2022

Don’t Cry, Be Happy – Sunions Tearless Onions Are Back in Stores

Sunions are grown in Nevada, Utah and Washington using an all-natural crossbreeding program to ensure a tearless, sweet and mild onion.

November 09 , 2022

Origine Group’s red kiwifruit makes EU market debut

This particular variety, known as HFR18, is known for its intense sweetness, tropical flavor and a signature green and red flesh. The new product will be available in the EU market until the end of the year.

November 09 , 2022

Freight rates and port congestion to continue decline into 2023

Prices have yet to return to a pre-pandemic normal, as freight rates and port congestion begin to decline after reaching figures tenfold on major trade routes during 2021.

November 08 , 2022

U.S. cherry imports to hit record in 2022 - Rabobank

U.S. imports of fresh cherries could reach the highest volume in a decade during the fourth quarter of 2022, according to a recent report.

November 08 , 2022

Western Growers announces winners of Board of Directors election

Western Growers announced the results of the 2023-2024 Western Growers Board of Directors elections.

November 08 , 2022

California table grape stocks come more in line with last season

As of Oct. 31 there were 11.3 million boxes in inventory. This is up 8% from the 10.5 million boxes recorded at the same time last year. 

November 08 , 2022

Pistachios contain as many antioxidants as blueberries, new study finds

Phytochemical extracts of the fruit were also shown to inhibit cancer growth in all three cancer cells without causing cytotoxicity to the cells

November 07 , 2022

Chile: More than half of table grape exports in 2022-23 will be of new varieties

The milestone follows significant efforts in the Latin American country to plant new grape varieties and become more competitive on the world stage.

November 07 , 2022

Mexico and U.S. certify irradiation plants to strengthen fruit and vegetable exports

Irradiation as a phytosanitary treatment, a variant of conventional quarantine processes. Its main objective is to neutralize pests and minimize risks to plant health in importing countries. With this certification, Mexico and the U.S. seek to facilitate fruit and vegetable exports between the two countries.

November 07 , 2022