U.S. grocery store prices climb as a third of U.S. population struggles to secure food

Grocery prices increased by 14% in August, according to the U.S. government. This is the highest annual increase since March 1979.

October 07 , 2022

Mann Packing set to relaunch Stringless Sugar Snap Peas

Following a packaging redesign, Mann Packing Co. will be relaunching its famous Stringless Sugar Snap Peas.

October 07 , 2022

Spanish strawberries take center stage at Fruit Attraction 2022

Every year, Fruit Attraction chooses a different crop to showcase and promote. 2022’s pick was strawberry.

October 07 , 2022

Kissabel apples charm Fruit Attraction goers

The ongoing marketing campaign for Kissabel Apples has proved to be one of the high points of the conference at the Fruit Attraction trade fair taking place in Madrid this week, with visitors being able to sample the red-fleshed fruit l.

October 06 , 2022

Fruit Attraction 2022 consolidates Spain as EU leader in fruit and vegetable production

Fruit Attraction 2022 kicked off with more than 1,800 companies participating and 90,000 visitors projected. This year's most important agribusiness meeting in Europe stands out for its focus on innovation and technology.

October 06 , 2022

California Giant Berry Farms forecasts high production volumes for strawberries

California Giant Berry Farms recently shared a strawberry crop update forecasting a  big increase in production. Peak volumes are expected for both organic and conventionally grown fruit.

October 06 , 2022

Hapag-Lloyd acquires LatAm shipping terminal business in $1B deal

The shipping company acquired 100% of the shares held by SAAM Ports S.A and SAAM Logistics S.A. With the  $1 billion purchase, Hapag-Lloyd now owns the entire terminal business and associated logistics services.

October 06 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: Grape Exports from Chile expected to fall in 2022-23 season

Grape exports from Chile are expected to fall in the 2022-23 season due to challenging weather conditions and logistics issues.

October 06 , 2022

Fresh Del Monte teams up with blockchain start-up tech Decapolis

Fresh Del Monte Produce has recently invested a 39% stake in Decapolis, in an effort to secure innovative solutions for its products and services.

October 05 , 2022

Jeff Oberman becomes California Avocado Commission’s new president

Produce veteran Jeff Oberman is to become the new California Avocado Commission Board of Directors president, effective Oct. 10. Oberman has extensive experience in the industry, with over 25 years of work.

October 05 , 2022