Kroger to acquire Giant Eagle for $1.65 billion

The retailer explained the acquisition was carefully studied and presented a strategic opportunity for the company. 

July 01 , 2026

Chilean stone fruit industry eyes strategic pivot to restore consumer trust

Faced with a tight marketing window, growers are looking to diversify destinations and prioritize eating quality over early arrival.

July 01 , 2026

USITC maintains antidumping duties on Mexican tomato imports

The commission found insufficient grounds to prove that circumstances had changed enough to warrant removing the order.

June 30 , 2026

Voice of the Farmer 2026: Survey reveals urgent income and climate crisis weighing on returns

Nearly 59 percent of US growers report lower incomes year-on-year, with another 60 percent noting unfair prices for their labor.

June 30 , 2026

Inka’s Berries’ ambitious export goals: The firm wants to ship 1,000 blueberry containers

Through a major varietal renewal program and strategic expansion, the company is prioritizing climate-resilient, high-flavor fruit for its key global markets.

June 29 , 2026

Chemical ecology opens new alternatives to control native insects in organic blueberries

Chilean researchers are leveraging an interdisciplinary field to develop affordable, time-saving solutions for pest control.

June 26 , 2026

US Supreme Court blocks thousands of lawsuits against Bayer's Roundup

The decision effectively blocks thousands of lawsuits against the firm that claim the chemical caused the plaintiffs' non-Hodgkin lymphoma. 

June 25 , 2026

From weather challenges to export success: A look into the 2026 Southern Hemisphere citrus season

Lower availability in the United States offers a unique opportunity, provided the sector maintains disciplined export strategies.

June 25 , 2026

Melissa’s exclusive Waterloupe melon drives double-digit growth

The product benefits from an extended season, with supplies expected to remain steady until October.

June 24 , 2026

Peruvian pomegranate industry projects closing a challenging season with up to 25 percent growth

The campaign was marked by ups and downs, but expanding producing areas and the opening of the Chinese market has exporters' hopes up for next year.

June 23 , 2026