California citrus: "A lot of unusual dynamics" in season but good end expected, says CCM

Although rains have hindered the industry's ability to satisfy demand so far this year, Joel Nelsen of the California Citrus Mutual is optimistic the situation will be better over the coming months.

March 11 , 2019

SchurStar Systems unveils fresh produce pouches to satisfy convenience shoppers

The latest bags can be filled by the SchurStar Packaging Machine, which can be adapted easily and quickly to accommodate produce going into a variety of packaging formats.

March 11 , 2019

South Africa: Maluma Symposium to draw larger international crowd as cultivar builds global presence

This year the event will be more focused on farm-level aspects of Maluma such as high-density plantings, trellising and rootstock trials, with the overall aim of helping to boost growers' efficiencies and economies of production.

March 10 , 2019

Fyffes launches Global Gender Equality Program in Honduras, Costa Rica

The program's aim is to identify challenges to equality faced by women both in the workplace and in their communities.

March 08 , 2019

Driscoll's expands Baja California Fair Trade berry program

The U.S.-headquartered berry company has expanded its Fair Trade program in Baja California, Mexico, with acreage increasing by nearly 14% in 2019 amid plans for 100% certification by the end of the year.

March 07 , 2019

Giddings Fruit offers cherry growers a competitive edge during the PNW season

March 07 , 2019

Terra Exports opens LatAm tropical fruit division amid booming demand

The multinational import and export trading company not only hopes to capitalize on rising demand for tropicals but also work with new markets around the world.

March 07 , 2019

Calavo kicks off 2019 with record results as Q1 net income soars

“We are extremely confident and optimistic about the course ahead in our Fresh business segment," said CEO Lee E. Cole.

March 07 , 2019

Total Produce's 2018 revenues rise 18% on back of Dole investment

“We are pleased that Total Produce has delivered continuing good results in a more challenging year," said Carl McCann, chairman of Total Produce.

March 07 , 2019

Colombia: Keitt variety driving exports and replacing Tommy Atkins

Problems with Tommy Atkins have contributed to Keitt being the stand-out export cultivar in an industry that is heavily focused on the domestic market but increasingly looking abroad.

March 07 , 2019