U.S.: Over 11,500 grocery workers affected by Covid-19 - UFCW

The organization, which represents 1.3 million frontline workers, said that 11,507 workers have been infected by or exposed to the virus, and 82 have died.

June 26 , 2020

Tesco forecasts flat profit this year despite Covid-19 sales surge

The company noted that its Covid-19 response has required significant changes to operations which have led to a "substantial increase" in costs, with the main impact in the UK.

June 26 , 2020

California agriculture's direct impact from Covid-19 estimated at $8.6B

The state's agricultural sector already has lost US$2bn and could suffer losses ranging from US$5.9bn to US$8.6bn this year from disrupted markets and rising production costs.

June 26 , 2020

"Significant improvements" announced to PTI's traceability guidance

 The Produce Traceability Initiative - consisting of CPMA, GS1 US, PMA, and United Fresh - have announced the release of four new or improved tools to support traceability implementation.

June 26 , 2020

South Africa: Western Cape citrus being sent to ports elsewhere to keep exports flowing

With Cape Town capacity improving, the CGA says it now has a "much more optimistic outlook", expecting that supply of citrus from South Africa will continue unobstructed and with "relative consistency as production enters the peak season".

June 26 , 2020

Chilean fresh fruit exports slide 17% through May

Chile's exports of table grapes, blueberries and cherries - which represent the majority of shipments over the period - all saw declines in value.

June 26 , 2020

Fester & Co. GmbH consolidates presence in South America and opens new office in Peru

Fester & Co. GmbH, Germany has proudly announced the foundation of its newest branch in Peru: Fester Marine Peru SAC.

June 25 , 2020

Fresh produce growth slows at U.S. retail as foodservice sector reactivates

"It will be interesting to see how consumers re-engage and we will be watching demand on key items," says Joe Watson of the PMA.

June 25 , 2020

Bayer agrees to pay over US$10B to settle Roundup cancer suits

The world’s largest seed and pesticide maker says the resolution will bring closure to approximately 75% of the current Roundup litigation in the U.S. involving approximately 125,000 claims that the product causes a form of cancer called non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

June 25 , 2020

Chile launches paperless phytosanitary certification for ag exports to U.S.

Agriculture Minister Antonio Walker said the move to electronic certification would help to streamline the export process and reduce costs.

June 24 , 2020