As South African blueberry exports rise, so does use of sea freight

South African blueberry exports hit another consecutive record in the 2020-21 season, with three-quarters of the fruit shipped via sea freight.

February 11 , 2021

Opinion: The debate on blueberry imports vs domestic supply is worthy of history books

Jim Prevor says that this battle over blueberries, and protecting US farmers versus providing for consumers, is truly a battle that has echoed through U.S. history.

February 11 , 2021

Costa Rica to scan all pineapple shipments after major drug bust

The development follows a major drug bust, in which around 2 metric tons (MT) of cocaine were discovered hidden in a container of pineapples destined for Belgium.

February 10 , 2021

IFCO becomes Walmart's exclusive RPC provider for produce in U.S.

Walmart has made IFCO its exclusive RPC packaging provider for fresh fruits and vegetables distributed in the U.S.

February 09 , 2021

U.S.: Fruit import growth nearly ground to a halt in 2020

Imports under the 'Fruits and Preparations' category rose marginally to $19.9 billion in 2020, having grown steadily from $10.4 billion in 2010.

February 08 , 2021

Brazil eyes opportunities to strengthen fresh-fruit ties with UK post-Brexit

In light of Brexit, the Covid-19 pandemic, shifting consumer demand and the diversification of Brazil’s offer, coupled with production innovation, PBUK explores what the future holds for UK buyers.

February 08 , 2021

Papyrus Australia succeeding with banana waste technology

Papyrus Australia has seen profits and market share values rise as the company succeeds in developing technology in order to process banana waste.

February 05 , 2021

Compostable packaging to extend fresh produce's shelf-life

A laser micro-perforated compostable film packaging has been created for fresh produce through a partnership between TIPA and PerfoTec.

February 04 , 2021

Del Monte opens restaurant in Miami

The FRSHst menu offering invites guests to fully customize their fresh-to-order items. Customers can take a trip around the globe for breakfast, lunch or dinner with flavors that range from Asian to Mediterranean and Latin American.