Today's Headline
The next step for Oishii’s premium berry operation
Co-founder & CEO of Oishii, Hiroki Koga talks about the challenges of keeping up with high demand by expanding the capacity to produce, reaching new consumers with a lowered price point and exploring past the company's coveted Omakase berry.
May 30 , 2022
Dole CEO confident market can absorb price adjustments
"I think there's a period of adjustment from consumers just generally reacting to having less buying power and how all of the other elements of the economic chain react to that in terms of wage inflation," Dole's CEO Rob Byrne said on its earnings results call.
May 27 , 2022
Despite challenges in 2021-22, Zespri revenue surpasses NZ$4B for the first time
“This was an extraordinary season where the industry faced some considerable headwinds in market, throughout the supply chain and on orchard, yet collectively we found a way to tackle the challenges and to continue to succeed," said Zespri's Chairman Bruce Cameron.
May 26 , 2022
Recall cuts into Dole’s Q1 results
Dole Plc's revenue took a hit following salad recalls earlier this year, while its fresh fruit results decreased due to lower sales volumes and cost increases.
May 25 , 2022
The future of methyl bromide
Methyl Bromide is an indispensable tool for the fruit trade, but with significant downsides. However a potential alternative is on the horizon thanks to trials being conducted under the supervision of the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service in partnership with Draslovka Services, Western Fumigation and Holt Logistics.
May 24 , 2022
Despite signs of recovery, Shanghai port congestion to continue
As China's Covid restrictions have been lifted in Shanghai, there have been some signs of recovery, but port congestion is expected to continue around the world.
May 23 , 2022
Chile’s ASOEX President to step aside
Ronald Bown will step aside after more than 3 decades at the helm of the exporter's association.
May 18 , 2022
Easy-peelers to continue the upward trend in the Americas
Easy-peeler production and exports are expected to increase, albeit at a slower rate, according to a report by Rabobank.
May 17 , 2022
April produce inflation continues upward climb
The value of sales are up, while unit sales are down and prices continue their upward climb. Spending was as influenced by the Easter holiday, and inflation concerns remain a top worry for nearly all consumers
May 16 , 2022
Oppy partners with Mexican avocado consortium to smoothen supply
Oppy said that through its vertically integrated trio of partners, including Eco Farms and now AvoWorks, it can smooth out some of the dynamics which can affect the flow of avocados from Mexico into the market.
May 12 , 2022
