U.S.: California's almond acreage on the rise

With the increased hectarage, the Almond Board of California renews its commitment to producing an economically, environmentally, and socially responsible crop.

April 24 , 2019

U.S.: Amazon, Walmart to pilot online grocery purchases with food stamps

The targets of the pilot program are SNAP recipients who have trouble getting fresh food from brick-and-mortar stores, who account for approximately 20% of beneficiaries.

April 24 , 2019

California Avocado Commission strikes while the iron is hot

April 24 , 2019

Chile scores access to Chinese pear market

Chilean authorities say that this development will accelerate the process of achieving Chinese market access for citrus such as oranges, clementines, mandarins and lemons.

April 24 , 2019

Panalpina expands LatAm perishable export network with CargoMaster acquisition

CargoMaster, with its subsidiary Laseair in Ecuador, is one of Latin America’s largest companies specialized in the air freight export of fruits and flowers to the U.S.

April 24 , 2019

Chile reports better cherry prices in China despite high-volume crop

The season closed with total exports of 180,342 metric tons (MT), just 4% lower than the record previous season of 187,066MT, which was almost double the 2016-17 campaign.

April 24 , 2019

Belgium: Greenyard Fresh and Carrefour agree to strengthen partnership

Greenyard says the agreement will lead to a significant rise in the volume of fresh fruits and vegetables that it supplies to Carrefour Belgium, financially benefiting all parties in the supply chain.

April 23 , 2019

USDA launches countrywide youth contest to reduce food waste

The competition, open to students aged 11-18, will promote various eco-friendly strategies, including recovering excess food, recycling food scraps, and raising awareness about food waste.

April 23 , 2019

Amazon boosts ties with French food retailer Casino

The move could reportedly reignite speculation that the U.S. e-commerce giant is looking to purchase a European retailer, following its acquisition of Whole Foods Market last year.

April 23 , 2019

U.S.: Tomato prices could nearly double in case of Mexico duties, says FPAA

Analysis by Arizona State University found that a 40-85% price rise could be experienced if the U.S. withdraws from the Tomato Suspension Agreement with Mexico in May.

April 23 , 2019