Fyffes distribution center in UK hit by Covid-19 outbreak

Nearly 200 members of staff at banana supplier Fyffes are to be tested for coronavirus after an outbreak among 10 workers.

August 17 , 2020

Hazel launches CA technology for Apples

The technology will be available to apple packers this coming season, following positive initial results last season.

August 14 , 2020

Calavo Growers announces senior management promotions

California-based global avocado company Calavo Growers has announced promotions for two senior executives.

August 14 , 2020

New California table grape commercials launch around the world

A set of three new commercials extending the Go with Grapes from California Every Day global marketing campaign has launched in the U.S. and key export markets.

August 14 , 2020

Lack of plant breeding programs could further impact food security - study

A new study published in Crop Science by Washington State University (WSU) has discovered that declines in crop breeding programs due to COVID-19 have put a damper on funding and personnel.

August 14 , 2020

Dutch police find cocaine worth €56M in Ecuadorian banana shipment

It was at least the fifth time this year that a banana delivery that originated in Ecuador was found to be concealing a large quantity of cocaine. 

August 13 , 2020

New product "proven as cure and prevention" for banana disease TR4

The natural fungicide tested in fields in Ecuador and by researchers at Texas A&M that showed preventative and curative qualities on TR4 disease.

August 13 , 2020

Spanish berry exports down in 2020 amid lower demand

With various challenges ranging from labor shortages amid migration issues from Morroco and unexpected rainfall, Spanish berry export volumes have declined.

August 13 , 2020

U.S. retail produce market "growing more complex by the week"

Fresh produce demand in the U.S. retail market softened slightly in the week ended August 2, with numerous factors affecting sales.

August 13 , 2020

Walmart partners with Instacart, heating up competition with Amazon

The development comes on the heels of Uber's integration with grocery delivery company Cornershop, and also marks a stepping up of the competition with one of Walmart's biggest rivals: Amazon.

August 12 , 2020