European avocado consumption growth could slow, expert warns

Speaking at the World Avocado Congress held in Colombia in September, a researcher explained that two of the largest European avocado markets that have been driving much of the impressive growth over the last decade could see per-capita consumption level off.

October 17 , 2019

Hortifrut and Alifrut to combine frozen products businesses

The two Chile-headquartered companies have signed an agreement for the production, worldwide distribution and marketing of value-added products. It will be the largest Chilean exporting company in its category.

October 16 , 2019

South Africa forecasts uptick in stonefruit volumes

South Africa has forecast a rise in overall stonefruit volumes for the 2019-20 season, with apricots the only category expected to see a decrease.

October 15 , 2019

African avocado production 'could rise as quickly as Colombia's'

Many countries in the continent could greatly increase their supplies of avocados given the right conditions, Zac Bard of Westfalia fruit told World Avocado Congress attendees last month.

October 14 , 2019

U.S.: Trump announces "phase one" trade deal with China

U.S. President Trump said on Friday that he had reached a “substantial deal” with China that will forestall a planned tariff increase on Oct. 15.

October 11 , 2019

Uber moves into grocery delivery with Cornershop acquisition

The news comes a day after Walmart Canada announced it is expanding its official partnership with the Chile-based startup, which is also present in Mexico, Peru and Toronto.

October 11 , 2019

Walmart US announces new CEO

The new appointee will take over from Greg Foran, who is moving onto the role of CEO at Air New Zealand Limited.

October 10 , 2019

'Stars align' for Cosmic Crisp: Washington state launches first exclusive apple

The U.S.'s largest apple-growing state has finally got its first exclusive apple variety, which is launching nationwide this season amid sky-high hopes for the future and an unprecedented level of collaboration within the industry.

October 10 , 2019

Hortifrut to export berries from Colombia through new partnership

Hortifrut said that its deal with a pioneering Colombian berry company will help it to bolster its blueberry business and be closer to key markets.

October 08 , 2019

Mexican greenhouse grower Agrizar to supply Mastronardi BerryWorld America

Agrizar - one of Mexico’s largest growers with a production network of over 8700 acres - will exclusively supply the joint venture announced last year.

October 07 , 2019