PDO Spanish Persimon shares successful strategies to maximize sales

The fruit’s capacity for seasonal tie-ins, versatile usage and nutritional content present opportunities aplenty to continue winning UK consumers.

November 28 , 2019

Cocaine found in Brazilian melon shipment in Rotterdam

Investigators working near the Rotterdam port found nearly 100 kilograms of cocaine at a fruit company in the IJsselmonde district.

November 28 , 2019

Chile: San Antonio port losses mount amid social unrest

There is concern among the country's cherry growers that the port strikes won't just affect exports but also Chile's international reputation.

November 27 , 2019

Chilean fruit exports drop by 27% in October

Chilean fruit exports dropped by 27% in October year-on-year to US$126m, according to ProChile, with decreases in avocados, mandarins and apples.

November 27 , 2019

Food and grocery industry "still has a way to go" on diversity, inclusion, IGD says

With gains in the past five years, research shows that companies in the food and grocery industry think they're making more progress than they actually are.

November 27 , 2019

U.S.: Dave Wilson Nursery acquires Fredriks Nursery

Dave Wilson Nursery said the move will provide growth for its potted tree division by expanding climate controlled greenhouses.

November 26 , 2019

Number of illnesses rises in E. coli outbreak linked to Salinas romaine

Meanwhile, the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement has said that the FDA's Friday announcement is "being met with frustration and heartbreak by California lettuce farmers".

November 26 , 2019

Pears in Charts: Stark Crimson - the star of the U.S market

In 2018, the prices were US$2.61 per kilogram on average - a whole US$1 higher than the next closest variety, Summer Bartlett.

November 26 , 2019

U.S.: Washington apple company sees 'one of greatest starts' for export demand

Washington apple orchard sees "significant market demand" but is "limited by an inability to move product fast enough due to a lack of shipping containers".

November 26 , 2019

Chile: San Antonio port workers on new two-day strike

The port workers' union stated that its decision to join a national strike comes "in support of the social movement that is developing across the country".

November 25 , 2019