U.S.: Local produce segment where organic was 15 years ago, says BrightFarms

A representative of the rapidly expanding greenhouse company says that "we haven’t even scratched the surface" of the locally grown produce sector's potential.

September 20 , 2018

U.S. pricing reflects greater orange imports from Chile, South Africa

By mid-August, both origins were fetching prices that were on average around 30% lower year-on-year.

September 20 , 2018

Cherries drive 18% rise in Chilean fruit exports so far in 2018

Cherries have also now overtaken table grapes as the O'Higgins region's most heavily planted fruit crop.

September 17 , 2018

Dole sells U.S. headquarters for US$50M

The move comes a few weeks after Ireland-based multinational Total Produce acquired a 45% stake in Dole.

September 14 , 2018

NZ plant material destruction order causes fallout with major U.S. research facility

In June MPI ordered nearly 50,000 apple and stonefruit trees originating from the U.S. to be contained or destroyed.

September 14 , 2018

U.S.: More than 500 affected in cyclospora outbreak linked to McDonald's

More than 500 people have been affected across 15 states and New York City.

September 13 , 2018

Limoneira CEO: California lemon, avocado crops to feel heatwave effects in 2019

Harold Edwards speaks about some of his key expectations for the company's lemon and avocado businesses next year.

September 12 , 2018

U.S.: Hurricane Florence to affect East Coast tomatoes, sweet potatoes

The storm is expected to make landfall on Thursday, with North Carolina and Virginia set to be most heavily affected.

September 11 , 2018

The Global Cherry Summit is back for 2019

Organizers Yentzen Group and Produce Business Magazine say the one-day event will offer compelling educational sessions and panels featuring speakers from all corners of the world, along with invaluable networking opportunities.