IFPA
International Fresh Produce Association’s (IFPA) Foodservice Conference, scheduled for July 28-29, will have the highest buyer participation in 42 years with over 800 buyers. For the first time, this year’s […]
Thu 07/07/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
ABRAFRUTAS
Argentina, Brazil, Canada, the US and Mexico have released a common statement that as major agricultural exporters they can strengthen global food security. They stress the need to adopt medium-term […]
Mon 27/06/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
Rabobank
According to the latest fresh produce report from Rabobank, the global highbush blueberry planted area surpassed 205,000 ha in 2020, and the industry is predicted to continue to expand in line with demand.
Mon 27/06/2022 by Nadia Venticinque
Superfresh Growers
Although some destinations saw big gains, US apple growers are waiting for the Biden administration to move forward on trade issues to recover export markets.
Mon 27/06/2022 by Nadia Venticinque
ABRAFRUTAS
Southern Hemisphere apples have conquered all Northern Hemisphere markets with traditional varieties, especially the Gala variety in the Far East.
Mon 27/06/2022 by Nadia Venticinque
SEWCREAM/Adobe Stock
From labour and transportation availability to material and input costs, supply chain disruptions are causing issues throughout the North America produce industry.
Fri 24/06/2022 by Nadia Venticinque
USDA
World production for 2021/22 is forecast up 1.3 million tons to 81.8 million on modest growth in China and recovering supplies in key producing areas of the EU and the US. Imports are projected higher on greater shipments to India and the EU.
Fri 24/06/2022 by Nadia Venticinque
As conventional melon becomes less profitable, growers are switching to organic production.
Tue 21/06/2022 by by Richard Wilkinson
Alexandra Sautois/Eurofresh Distribution
The Northern Hemisphere’s apple supply is significantly higher than at the same point of 2021. Last week, WAPA (World Apple and Pear Association) released its apple and pear stock figures […]
Mon 20/06/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
Del Monte
The world’s largest fruit display was completed on June 8 by Jewel-Osco in Westmont (US) in collaboration with Del Monte Fresh Produce. The display contained a record-breaking 35 tons of […]
Tue 14/06/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
Eurofresh Distribution
Ecuador’s avocados have gained access to the US market after the US Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection (APHIS) authorised imports of commercial fresh avocados of all varieties […]
Thu 09/06/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
