Sterile Insect Technique opens new markets for Ecuador's fruits

Ecuado is adding non-traditional fruits to its export portfolio as a result of successfully fighting off the Mediterranean fruit fly with the help of nuclear techniques.

May 08 , 2020

Sun Belle and Giddings Mexico announce long-term berry agreement

The agreement solidifies the companies' 18-year relationship and is expected to extend their reach as principal producers and distributors of berries worldwide.   

May 04 , 2020

Dole reveals new sustainability framework, 'The Dole Way'

Dole Food Company has announced the release of its 2020 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Report, which includes its first-ever enterprise-wide sustainability goals.

April 24 , 2020

California table grape acreage falls slightly in 2019

The total estimated figure fell to 130,000 acres from 132,000 in 2018, according to an annual grower survey.

April 24 , 2020

Analysis: Mexico's transitioning mango regions

Nissa Pierson of Crespo Organic Mangoes provides an in-depth look into what is happening in the Mexican mango industry and the U.S. market in these unprecedented times.

April 22 , 2020

Australia's Costa Group removes guidance despite "robust trading"

Uncertainty regarding the duration and impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has forced Australia's Costa Group to remove its financial guidance for 2020 despite a good start to the year.

April 17 , 2020

South American satsuma season suffers amid Covid-19 restrictions

South American citrus, especially Peruvian satsumas, are facing challenges in destination markets as pricing and marketing is hit by Covid-19.

April 13 , 2020

GreenTech experiencing sky-high demand for horticultural technology expertise

FreshFruitPortal.com caught up with GreenTech's director of horticulture Mariska Dreschler to hear about the massive demand for its inaugural event taking place in Mexico this year, the need for the sector to stay connected, and the importance of countries being able to fulfill local demand.

April 07 , 2020

Australian banana group urges visa extensions amid labor shortage fears

The Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) says retaining current staff on bananas farms was "imperative" to protect the continuity of supply of bananas to Australian consumers, and keep banana growers in business. 

April 02 , 2020

Top U.S. food distributors Sysco, U.S. Foods shift supply chain to grocers

Pivoting food supplies to retail, big distributors that typically service restaurants seek to offset losses by redirecting items to grocery supply chain.

March 30 , 2020