Peruvian grape arrivals to be concentrated

Due to the difficulties experienced in 2020, an exporter predicts that table grapes will arrive in large, concentrated shipments from week 2 or 3 onwards, possibly affecting prices.

January 18 , 2021

Stone fruit: South Africa, Chile happy with normal seasons

Both South Africa and Chile are pleased with having "good, normal seasons" for stone fruit, according to industry members.

January 15 , 2021

Five retail trends to watch in 2021

Some of the trends listed by grocery sector research and training non-profit IGD are recuperative retail and system upgrade.

January 14 , 2021

U.S. blueberry industry groups testify at ITC trade hearing

Groups representing two different sectors of the U.S. blueberry industry testified on Tuesday at a hearing before the U.S. International Trade Commission, as part of its probe into whether foreign trading partners are seriously harming domestic growers.

January 13 , 2021

Cold snap hits Spanish fruit and vegetable production

The severe cold weather in the southeastern regions of Almeria and Granada will reduce yields of numerous crops including tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, eggplant and bell peppers

January 12 , 2021

USITC to investigate the effects of cucumber and squash imports

The investigations were requested by the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) in a letter received on Dec. 7, and the two separate reports are expected to be transmitted at the end of this year.

January 11 , 2021

2021 consumer trends in fresh produce

Breakthrough Solutions has summarized the top consumer trends for produce suppliers in the coming year, all of which it says represent opportunities for the industry.

January 08 , 2021

Mexican avocado exports show record rise

Mexican avocado exports reach all-time highs and are projected to continue this trend even through price fluctuations due to changing supply dynamics.

January 07 , 2021

International blueberry coalition formed to oppose U.S. import limitations

Leading U.S. and international blueberry industry members, including Driscoll’s, California Giant Berry Farms, Agroberries S.A., and Family Tree Farms, have joined together to form The Blueberry Coalition for Progress & Health ahead of an ITC hearing.

January 06 , 2021

South African table grape packing disrupted by heavy rains

Producers in the region expect to resume packing towards the end of the week and the weather outlook over the next 10 days is favorable, according to an industry body.