Petroflex: Polyethylene pipes fundamental for ensuring water efficiency

Petroflex's polyethylene pipes aid in ensuring efficient use of water by providing adequate water conduction systems and efficient drainage applications, two crucial elements for countries dealing with drought.

December 17 , 2020

AgroGenius and its good news for the fruit industry in Chile and the Americas

Baxlo-AgroGenius durometers have managed to position themselves successfully in the industry as they are able to determine fruit firmness.

December 17 , 2020

Dole orders 500 Star Cool reefer units from Maersk

An order of 500 Star Cool reefer units placed by Dole will be filled by Maersk Container Company in January 2021.

December 16 , 2020

Avocados From Mexico recognized as one of country's top brands

Avocados From Mexico, the only fresh produce brand among the recipients, was recognized as the top Mexican Ambassador Brands.

December 16 , 2020

UN designates 2021 International Year of Fruits and Vegetables

The United Nations says this creates a unique opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of produce in various roles worldwide and also to help achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

December 16 , 2020

North American apple market faces uncertain months with lower supplies than expected

At the close of the 2020 harvest for North American apples, apple distributors and associations say that there is strong movement and high demand. However, trends and pricing in the upcoming months are uncertain.

December 16 , 2020

Agronometrics In Charts: Review of Mexican strawberries in U.S. market

Mexican strawberry exports to the U.S. market has grown by 430 percent over the last 20 years, but prices have remained steady with a slight upward trend.

December 15 , 2020

Mission Produce 'addressing niche market need for sophisticated avocado ripening'

A sensitive fruit, avocados require more careful, skilled handling than others such as bananas, mangoes, or pineapples, the company said in a release.

December 15 , 2020

Oppy doubles imported cherry volumes into North America

The company now offers "nearly year-round availability" thanks to its increasingly popular domestic cherry program from California and Oregon.

December 15 , 2020

USDA announces grants to help solve problems in avocado orchards

New grants totaling US$6.3 million will help to solve problems including diseases and pests in America's avocado orchards.

December 14 , 2020