Kenyan agritech startup goes pan-African with US$30M investment round

The B2B produce distributor is aiming to waste and address the lack of effective distribution across African countries.

October 28 , 2019

Felix Instruments showcases latest tech advancements at Fruit Attraction 2019

Felix Instruments - Applied Food Science showcased its two latest tools, the near-infrared Avocado Quality Meter and Mango Quality Meter.

October 28 , 2019

Chilean fruit exports in 2018-19: Some key changes

While the 2018-19 Chilean fruit season showed relatively unchanged total exports, shifts in volumes of certain fruits and to certain markets proved interesting.

October 28 , 2019

Colombian blueberries attract international investors

An industry expert gives insight into how the Colombia could offer an alternative source of blueberries from the region.

October 26 , 2019

Chilean food export groups: "Urgent normalization" from civil unrest needed

A now-suspended rise in Santiago's metro fare sparked nationwide protests since Oct. 18 that have widened to reflect the deep anger that many feel in one of South America's most prosperous but unequal countries. 

October 25 , 2019

U.S.: Record West Coast heat could boost production, affect quality

California is bracing for days of hot conditions and dangerous winds, with warnings in much of Northern California as well the Los Angeles area.

October 25 , 2019

Compac and Sienz partner in Australia, NZ

The companies see this partnership as formalizing a pre-existing relationship with the citrus, avocado and tropical fruit industry in Australia. 

October 25 , 2019

Brazilian fruit exports grow by 13% through Q3

An industry representative explained that these results are in line with expectations and the upward export trend of Brazilian fruit over recent years.

October 25 , 2019

U.S.: Amazon to overtake Walmart as largest retailer by 2022 - report

Packaged Facts based the prediction on the expectation that Amazon sales will continue to grow at a much faster rate.

October 25 , 2019

State of the Market - Week 42, 2019

Hass avocado markets in Europe, North America and China were generally strong in week 42, with many seeing rising prices.

October 25 , 2019