U.S.: Organic apple demand "like a freight train" going into fall

The company also highlighted that apple sales in general in the U.S. have been higher year-on-year over recent months.

September 03 , 2020

Mexico to monitor U.S. investigations and defend preferential access

The USTR on Tuesday evening outlined a multi-point plan to tackle the 'threat' of Mexican imports, saying it would implement a Section 201 global safeguard investigation into blueberries and potentially other products.

September 03 , 2020

Strong mushroom demand in U.S. expected to continue after pandemic

Mushrooms have been enjoying sky-high demand at U.S. retail since the pandemic took hold, amid hopes that sales will carry over to foodservice.

September 03 , 2020

Opinion: Meeting the challenges of vegan food production

James Sopwith, Group Strategic Account Director at adi Group, says that a gauntlet has been thrown down to manufacturers.

September 02 , 2020

Peru hits avocado export forecast but has suffered from low prices

The Peruvian avocado season is expected to end up this month with export volumes hitting forecasts but significantly lower prices year-on-year in international markets.

September 02 , 2020

Maersk announces large-scale reorganization

A.P. Moller - Maersk has announced it will integrate Safmarine under the Maersk brand in an effort to "further improve customer experience and accelerate growth".

September 02 , 2020

U.S. outlines plans to tackle 'threat' of seasonal produce imports from Mexico

The United States Trade Representative released its plan which includes Section 201 investigations on blueberries and potentially on strawberries and bell peppers.

September 02 , 2020

Chile: Concern that truck blockages could impact fruit exports

Truck drivers have blocked highways for several days after a long-running conflict with indigenous groups in the south of the country led to a spike in arson attacks on their vehicles.

September 01 , 2020

Prima Wawona peaches were shipped to more than a dozen countries

In an update, the Food and Drug Administration said that as of August 28, Canada, Singapore, and New Zealand have all issued recalls of the peaches.

September 01 , 2020

National Mango Board to hold 2020 referendum

The USDA is conducting a referendum among eligible first handlers and importers of fresh and frozen mangos to determine whether they favor the continuance of the NMB.

September 01 , 2020