South African citrus exports rise sharply to U.S.

South African citrus exports have risen sharply to the U.S. this season, growing by between 15% and 38% year-on-year.

August 05 , 2020

British Columbia's blueberry sector struggling amid labor shortage, poor weather

"In all my years I have never seen a year like this," said a grower about the challenging harvest in "really tough" conditions as blueberry volumes plummet.

August 05 , 2020

Sun Belle announces new green initiative at Maryland distribution center

Sun Belle Inc. has launched a new green initiative at its 64,000 square foot Jessup, Maryland warehouse and distribution facility with the installation of a 450 kW rooftop solar array system.

August 04 , 2020

Westfalia launches two new avocado rootstocks

The rootstocks, co-owned by Westfalia and The South African Avocado Growers’ Association, will for sold under the Merensky name.

August 04 , 2020

Three companies lose USDA PACA license

The three Texas operators are no longer able to participate in PACA-related business with produce sellers after violating the USDA's regulations.

August 03 , 2020

Avocado supplies better this summer in Europe - Nature's Pride

Europe's leading avocado importer said that Peru has recently passed its peak, while South African supplies are expected to remain steady over the coming weeks.

July 31 , 2020

Ecuador goldenberry sector sets sights on UK in expansion

With already active markets in various European markets, Ecuador's goldenberry industry expands its efforts in the UK, says Pro Ecuador.

July 31 , 2020

New Zealand avocado exports rise in 2020

Exports to eight key Asian markets boosted this season with consistent demand as New Zealand's avocado industry expands plantings.

July 30 , 2020

San Joaquin Valley table grape season off to good start amid strong demand

The California Table Grape Commission estimates table grape volumes to be on par with last season as the San Joaquin Valley kicks off harvest.

July 30 , 2020

Colombian mango industry switches up export strategy, growers planting "fruit-fly free" orchards

An industry representative explains how Colombian mango producers will move forward exporting under new regulations as the country begins planting more orchards free of fruit flies.

July 30 , 2020