Today's Headline
Chilean apple season to see 'normal' volumes, smaller sizes
The incoming agriculture minister says international juice prices are currently higher than last year on the back of a smaller European crop.
February 21 , 2018
U.S.: Freezing temperatures could decrease California citrus crop in 2018-19
CCM says the warmer temperatures and spring-like conditions of the past several weeks have caused trees to start blooming two to four weeks earlier than usual.
February 21 , 2018
Fresh Del Monte profits cut in half in 2017
After profit more than tripled in 2016, last year the group grappled with difficult market conditions and put the wheels of new business ventures in motion.
February 20 , 2018
South Africa: Oriental fruit flies detected in Western Cape
This is the first time that the pest has had to be eradicated in the Western Cape, but a Hortgro representative says control efforts in other regions have been successful.
February 19 , 2018
Exchange rate challenge hits Italian grape exporter in the U.K. market
"We can't resist for another season. People in the U.K. need to understand that Europe is full of retailers," says Domenico Liturri of specialty grape company Agricoper.
February 19 , 2018
Q&A: Total Produce chief sees "exciting times" ahead with Dole deal
"Ultimately, you don’t necessarily need to control 100% of an organization from day one to start planning cooperation," says Total Produce chief executive Rory Byrne.
February 16 , 2018
South Africa in line for record citrus crop
Expectations come despite drought impacts but exporters will still have to contend with new EU regulations and a challenging exchange rate.
February 15 , 2018
Costa Rican Congress opens investigation into alleged organic pineapple fraud
Organic grower organization Canagro believes the allegations will implicate various members of the private and public sectors.
February 14 , 2018
U.S.: Georgia companies merge to create 'largest peach and pecan operation'
The consolidated operation will pack peaches under the Lane Southern Orchards label.
February 13 , 2018
Nestlé acquires majority stake in world's largest golden berry buyer
Nestlé, one of the world's largest food companies, says the move widens its presence in a fast-growing category.
February 13 , 2018
