South African table grape exports stay low into January

Data recently released from SATI shows that table grape exports are down 25 percent in comparison to last year at the same time.

January 18 , 2021

China steps up cold-chain inspections to prevent Covid-19 spread

China is stepping up inspections of imported frozen products to prevent the spread of Covid-19 via cold chains, an official with the General Administration of Customs (GAC) said on Thursday.

January 15 , 2021

Excellent outlook for Peruvian mango season pricing

As Peruvian mangoes enter the market, January and February are forecasted to have irregular high prices due to low supply.

January 15 , 2021

Stone fruit: South Africa, Chile happy with normal seasons

Both South Africa and Chile are pleased with having "good, normal seasons" for stone fruit, according to industry members.

January 15 , 2021

IDeA Agro and Agrintesa team up for Italian SunGold kiwifruit project

IDeA Agro and Agrintesa Cooperativa Agricola have partnered to launch an agricultural development operation in Italy growing Zespri's SunGold kiwifruit.

January 15 , 2021

EPA approves aldicarb to help in Florida citrus's HLB fight

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Jan. 12 announced it had approved the insecticide aldicarb, which combats the HLB-spreading Asian citrus psyllid. 

January 15 , 2021

DSV builds integrated logistics center in Sweden

Danish logistics company DSV has announced it is building an integrated logistics center in Stockholm, Sweden, amid growing demand for advanced and customized warehouse solutions.

January 14 , 2021

Backed by grocery sales, Sainsbury's shines with strong performance in Q3

Grocery sales helped lead the way, growing at 7.4%, helped by a tremendous quarter from its Groceries Online, which were up 128%. Its total digital sales overall increased by 81%.

January 14 , 2021

USDA: 2020-21 Florida citrus forecast reports mixed figures in January

January's USDA forecast for Florida citrus showed an array of numbers, reporting decreasing trends here to stay this month.

January 14 , 2021

Five retail trends to watch in 2021

Some of the trends listed by grocery sector research and training non-profit IGD are recuperative retail and system upgrade.

January 14 , 2021