Agronometrics in Charts: Cherry prices and volumes in the U.S. market

For the majority of this year, average cherry prices were much lower than those recorded in 2020 and this week we research why.

July 20 , 2021

U.S. states struggle with more extreme heat as UFW urges more protections

The U.S. West experienced yet another heatwave this past weekend causing further challenges for farmers, as United Farm Workers urged greater protections for laborers in Washington.

July 20 , 2021

Oppy Executive VP and COO announces retirement

After holding executive responsibility for over half of Oppy’s departments the last few years, Doug Grant will say farewell on July 31.

July 20 , 2021

Dole announces launch of Initial Public Offering

Dole plc, a newly created company formed for the combination of Total Produce plc and Dole Food Company, Inc., has launched the roadshow for its initial public offering of 26,000,000 ordinary shares

July 19 , 2021

Florida Tomato Exchange accuses FPAA of "scaremongering" over suspension agreement

In a release, the FTE said that, contrary to the FPAA's claims, it hasn’t proposed any changes to the agreement.

July 19 , 2021

U.S. retailers see longer-lasting limes with Apeel

New data from U.S. retailers has highlighted the impact of limes treated with Apeel, with the edible plant-based coating significantly increasing shelf-life and maintaining the green color for longer.

July 19 , 2021

As a joint venture collapsed, a leading mandarin brand was born

The largest citrus grower in North America, Wonderful Citrus, launched its Halos brand several years ago under unusual circumstances and amid spectacular growth in the U.S. seedless mandarin market. 

July 19 , 2021

Kran Nanobubble: Development of nanobubbles to combat water scarcity

Chilean company Kran develops nanobubble technology to combat water scarcity across the globe in a sustainable way.

July 19 , 2021

Walmart to install robots in most distribution centers

Walmart says the technology platform from robot vendor Symbotic will modernize and digitize its existing supply chain facilities to support evolving customer demand.

July 16 , 2021

U.S. table grape production on track, pricing could change

John Pandol told FreshFruitPortal he will be watching retail pricing and whether this inflationary period will eliminate the US$0.99/pound ad from merchandising plans.

July 16 , 2021