Dole to sell Fresh Vegetable Division to Chiquita

Dole plc has announced a definitive agreement to sell Dole’s Fresh Vegetables Division to an affiliate of Fresh Express Incorporated for approximately $293 million in cash.

January 31 , 2023

California avocado season forecast announced

Weather and market conditions will be key factors for when California avocado growers begin harvesting and some growers may delay picking to allow their avocados time to increase in size. 

January 31 , 2023

Freska expecting strong growth in Mexican mango volumes

With the opening of Mexican Mango Season, Freska will supply customers with mangos both organic and conventional all the way through September.

January 30 , 2023

A major season for new varieties of Chilean table grape

For the first time this year, the export volumes of new varieties of Chilean table grapes are expected to exceed the supply of traditional varieties.

January 27 , 2023

More insight into Lakeside bankruptcy

The creditor with the single biggest claim against Lakeside is the Bank of Montreal and Farm Credit Canada syndicate, which is owed $166,013,444.00.

January 26 , 2023

Texas onions and cilantro enjoy Super Bowl pull

As U.S. shoppers prepare for the Super Bowl, ingredients for preparing the season's favorite dish, guacamole, experience an uptick in sales.

January 25 , 2023

Peruvian produce exports hindered by political crisis

With roadblocks causing producers to be unable to meet shipment deadlines, the industry is currently working with local authorities in order to minimize the impact as much as possible.

January 24 , 2023

Online apple sales bring advantages

Although online grocery shopping has slowed down a bit as we’ve emerged from the pandemic, it’s still a booming sector with many opportunities.

January 23 , 2023

Six trends to influence global retail in 2023 - IGD

Supply chain efficiency and delivering value are among the six key trends for the 2023 global retail industry.

January 20 , 2023

Ecuadorian banana exporters are betting on a big comeback for 2023

After a rather catastrophic 2022, Ecuadorian exporters appeal to unity, fair competition, and shared responsibility of all parties in the sector to reverse the situation.

January 19 , 2023