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IFPA launches Southern Hemisphere Commodity Working Group
The Southern Hemisphere Commodity Working Group series offers interactive, virtual workshops for IFPA members from key markets across Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Peru and South Africa.
May 25 , 2022
New UF/IFAS professor to combine AI and plant breeding
Read more about Argentine native Carlos “Charlie” Messina, who is helping the next generation of AI technology developers and studying how he and plant breeders can help farmers.
May 25 , 2022
Recall cuts into Dole’s Q1 results
Dole Plc's revenue took a hit following salad recalls earlier this year, while its fresh fruit results decreased due to lower sales volumes and cost increases.
May 25 , 2022
Sun World announces new research partnership
Sun World International has joined forces with Washington State University to share genetic material from promising cherry varieties, in a new research collaboration.
May 25 , 2022
GrubMarket inks another round of acquisitions
The San Francisco based food tech firm inked deals to acquire , two fresh produce providers which supply business customers across the United States and Canada.
May 25 , 2022
Berries: top trending fruit on Memorial Day
A recent social media and web analysis of fruit-based recipes by FullTilt Marketing has revealed that berries are the most popular fruits across the U.S. on Memorial Day.
May 24 , 2022
The future of methyl bromide
Methyl Bromide is an indispensable tool for the fruit trade, but with significant downsides. However a potential alternative is on the horizon thanks to trials being conducted under the supervision of the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service in partnership with Draslovka Services, Western Fumigation and Holt Logistics.
May 24 , 2022
Agronometrics in Charts: Indian mangoes swiftly recovering lost ground within the U.S. market
In this installment of the ‘Agronometrics In Charts’ series, Sarah Ilyas studies the state of the Indian mango market, with a lower yield but great quality expected for this season.
May 24 , 2022
How to grow basil in your backyard
"One of the easiest, most prolific, and flavorful herbs to grow is basil,” states Brittnay Haag, University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator.
May 24 , 2022
What you need to know about consuming fruit and vegetables safely
This fantastic information from the U.S. Centers for Diseases control provides excellent tips on how to avoid getting food poisoning from fruits and vegetables.
May 23 , 2022
