Farmworker protests in Peru hit agro-export sector

The mobilizations in Ica over working conditions have included strikes, road blockades and, in some cases, the vandalization of agricultural companies.

December 02 , 2020

Sun World opens new breeding and genetics research facility

The center is located on a 160-acre campus, a space that includes a 17,000 sqr. ft. building, an experimental research farm, and laboratories for molecular breeding, embryo rescue, seedling transfers, and post-harvest assessment.

December 01 , 2020

Peruvian lime exports threatened by drought ahead of peak season

Peruvian limes may suffer from a shortage in the coming season if the rain continues to hold off, which could lead to price rises.

November 30 , 2020

U.S. begins transition to South American table grapes amid expectations of larger volumes

John Pandol, special project director of Pandol Bros, spoke about how the end of the California deal was looking and what is needed for the heavier-volume Chilean and Peruvian grapes to fit in well to the U.S. market.

November 26 , 2020

Honduran banana losses lower than thought

It appears that only around 3,700 hectares of banana production have been damaged or lost, down from the 8,000 hectares estimated to have been impacted two weeks ago.

November 25 , 2020

Covid-19 remains "in firm control" of how consumers buy fresh produce

The Covid-19 pandemic continues to have a huge influence over how and where consumers spend their money on fruit and vegetables, with retail fresh produce sales in October up by 7.5 percent year-on-year.

November 24 , 2020

Florida grapefruit industry caught off-guard by EU tariffs

Florida citrus companies say they were surprised by the tariffs recently implemented by the EU and are concerned by a potential domino effect on the U.S. market.

November 20 , 2020

Ahold acquires New York-based e-grocer FreshDirect

Frans Muller, Ahold Delhaize’s CEO, said the deal "further propels our omni-channel evolution" and allows it to reach additional customers in the New York trade area.

November 19 , 2020

OZblu blueberry seizures: United Exports and Rossouw Farming Group reach agreement

The two shipments of blueberries that had been seized over recent weeks were released this week by Dutch Authorities, but the two sides disagree as to whether the deal represents a victory for growers.

November 18 , 2020

Canada to export more apples in 2020-21 despite labor and drought challenges

Growth is forecast in Canadian apple production this season as a result of improved weather conditions predominately in Ontario and Quebec, according to a USDA GAIN report.

November 17 , 2020