Australasia: Innovators team up to deliver greater pack-house efficiency and automation

Following recent collaboration on a number of projects, Jenkins Group has announced it is taking a 50% equity stake in CR Automation.

August 14 , 2019

Dayka & Hackett launches new eco-friendly table grape packaging

Dayka & Hackett says the unique paper used in the Eco-Tote - which is rolling out this August - is bio-degradable, compostable and recyclable.

August 13 , 2019

Super-repellent coatings for fresh produce: The future of food safety?

The super-repellent coatings will protect fresh produce from cross-contamination along the supply chain, reducing foodborne illnesses, says AgriLife Research.

August 13 , 2019

Chile poised for imminent citrus access to China as inspectors visit

The Chilean citrus industry has sought market access to China for many years and hopes to achieve it in November, with Chinese inspectors currently on a 10-day tour of numerous growing regions.

August 13 , 2019

U.S.: GM non-browning Arctic apple expands into foodservice

“Arctic apples’ nonbrowning trait offers a key benefit to the foodservice industry - including less prep, less waste and better taste,” said the company. 

August 13 , 2019

Sun World names CEO and plans expansion into other fruit crops

"We’re now also poised to diversify into other tremendously economically important fruit crops – through organic growth, acquisitions or both -- and to expand our IP and genetics’ footprint,” says Sun World International's new CEO.

August 13 , 2019

Strawberries in Charts: Prices looking up for next six months

As strawberry volumes start dropping off, prices begin to climb dramatically. In fact, June and July's low prices typically double to make the figures seen in November.

August 13 , 2019

Scientists sequence avocado genome - will lead to "faster and more effective" breeding programs

Scientists have sequenced the avocado genome, shedding light on the ancient origins of the fruit and laying the groundwork for future improvements to farming and breeding programs.

August 13 , 2019

Biosecurity NZ steps up Auckland fruit fly response - "We won't be relaxing our efforts"

While there has been no sign of the Queensland fruit fly since July, Biosecurity New Zealand is resuming baiting and more intensive trapping in Northcote.

August 12 , 2019

Belgian supermarket employs produce-recognizing AI for faster checkout

Colruyt Lowest Prices is the first Belgian supermarket to utilize AI; its smart cameras can recognize 120 different kinds of fruit and vegetables for more efficient checkouts.

August 12 , 2019