Naturipe launches new jumbo raspberry variety

The Pacific Centennial is a jumbo, new raspberry variety that is both firm and sweet. It was bred in the Pacific Berry Breeding program.

October 17 , 2019

U.S.: California's Wonderful pomegranate crop forecast lower

The Pomegranate Council notes the beginning of Wonderful pomegranate harvest and gives insight to projected state of this season's harvest.

October 17 , 2019

European avocado consumption growth could slow, expert warns

Speaking at the World Avocado Congress held in Colombia in September, a researcher explained that two of the largest European avocado markets that have been driving much of the impressive growth over the last decade could see per-capita consumption level off.

October 17 , 2019

Chile forecasts record cherry crop for 2019-20

Although the Chilean cherry industry has forecast record volumes, the original number was even higher at 220,000MT.

October 16 , 2019

Hazel partners with WP Produce to extend green-skinned avocado shelf life

WP Produce Desbry brand green-skinned avocados will now be shipped with Hazel's shelf-life-extending technology.

October 16 , 2019

U.S.: Lidl to open new stores in Long Island

Lidl US will serve shoppers in East Meadow, Oakdale, Patchogue and Lake Grove. There will be a total of eight new Lidl food markets.

October 16 , 2019

Hortifrut and Alifrut to combine frozen products businesses

The two Chile-headquartered companies have signed an agreement for the production, worldwide distribution and marketing of value-added products. It will be the largest Chilean exporting company in its category.

October 16 , 2019