International Salmonella outbreak linked to melons

Melons have been linked to a Salmonella outbreak that has affected 200 people in more than 10 mainly European countries, with the production country believed to be Costa Rica, Honduras or Brazil.

June 04 , 2021

United Fresh, PMA name senior management team for new association

Future Co-CEOs, Cathy Burns of PMA and Tom Stenzel of United Fresh, have named seven current association staff leaders as the senior management team for the new combined association to be launched Jan. 1, 2022.

June 04 , 2021

Rouge River Farms acquires Magnolia Packing

"Not only does the Magnolia green bean packing operation already complement our corn program at Rouge River, but this year we’ll be able to offer a year-round green bean program upon opening our new packinghouse in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley."

June 04 , 2021

"Electronic phytosanitary certification is still at the beginning”

SHAFFE Secretary General Nelli Hajdu highlighted during a recent webinar the strong fragmentation of the global fruit trade and the need for swift progress towards electronic phytosanitary certificates.

June 03 , 2021

Oppy anticipating sweet Northwest cherry harvest season

"We’ve had nice weather for phenomenal size and quality," said Orchard View President Brenda Thomas.

June 03 , 2021

USHBC promotes the health benefits of blueberries during Brain Health Month

The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) is helping consumers find more ways to grab a boost of blue during Brain Health Month in June.

June 03 , 2021

Del Monte partners with infrastructure investment manager

Fresh Del Monte's CEO says the partnership accelerates it "into the new digital era through selective investments in infrastructural technology that will help reduce and/or eliminate bottlenecks in our supply chain, driving us to be more efficient".

June 03 , 2021

Organic-certified hydroponic greenhouse opens doors in Colorado

Spring Born, a 3.5-acre indoor hydroponic farm, is breaking ground in the controlled-environment agriculture (CEA) industry.

June 02 , 2021

IFCO launches new Banana Lift Lock crates

IFCO's Banana Lift Lock crates are specially designed for secure transportation of bananas throughout the supply chain.

June 02 , 2021

Del Monte launches 'Bunch of Good' campaign emphasizing global CSR efforts

The major North American supplier of fruits and vegetables said the campaign first rolls out new “Bunch of Good” produce stickers and tags for its bananas and pineapples.

June 02 , 2021