Iranian vessel carrying $1M worth of fruits sinks

The 17 reefer containers carried fruits and vegetables for sales and re-exporting in the UAE. Although the produce was lost, no deaths were reported.

November 07 , 2022

Calavo appoints Tommy Padilla as Sr. Director of International Sales

Padilla is an industry veteran, with over a decade of experience in establishing and transforming International Sales and Sourcing teams.

November 07 , 2022

APHIS drafts pest risk assessment for Brazilian Tahiti lime imports

The U.S. is asking for comments on a PRA that would open up the market to one of the world's biggest producers of limes

November 04 , 2022

Attorneys general sue to stop $4B dividend payment tied to Kroger-Albertsons deal

The dividend is part of a nearly $25B deal that would combine the two chains with more than 5,000 stores. The merger has encountered several challenges, as U.S. senators and union representatives have voiced concerns about layoffs and price surges.

November 04 , 2022

The North American market remains crucial for the blueberry industry - Rabobank

As one of the main destination markets, the U.S. is focusing on availability as demand for year-round conventional and organic blueberries remains steady.

November 04 , 2022

IBO Report shows a blueberry industry undergoing transformation

The extensive data reveals some interesting trends and forecasts a continued expansion.

November 04 , 2022

Guatemala’s Producers and Agricultural Exporters Delegation present at Global Produce & Floral Show

A delegation of over 30 producers and agricultural businessmen from AGEXPORT’s Agricultural sector were present in Guatemala’s Pavilion at THE GLOBAL PRODUCE SHOW.

November 04 , 2022

Australia approves apple imports from the U.S.

The U.S. has officially been given the green light to send fresh apples to Australia, ABC News reports. The announcement comes as Australian growers voice concerns about biosecurity risks and oversupply.

November 03 , 2022

Driscoll's completes Berry Gardens acquisition

"This acquisition supports our vision to ‘become the world’s berry company, enriching the lives of everyone we touch’, given the UK is Europe’s second largest fresh berry market; and we believe there is strong growth potential in the UK," says Russell Allwell of Driscoll's.

November 03 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: Avocado hectarage growth set to slow in Peru

The development comes after changes in the agrarian promotion law and the elimination of tax incentives, according to the Peruvian newspaper, Gestion.

November 03 , 2022