What zero-proof cocktails mean for produce industry

Day 1 of CPMA Vancouver:

Trade show floor saw busy first day

CPMA's Annual Convention and Trade Show in Vancouver kicked off yesterday, April 24. The location of the event is hard to beat: the Vancouver…

Concerns raised over new EU packaging rules

The IFPA says that new packaging rules adopted by the European Parliament raise serious trade and food safety concerns. If endorsed by the EU Council…

Star Group names four vice-presidents of sales and procurement

This week, the Star Group announced the addition of four vice-president positions, bolstering the group's leadership team. The four newly-appointed…

North American Agribusiness Review

Strong strawberry availability expected during the rest of spring

Rabobank released its North American Agribusiness Review, addressing many elements of the region's agricultural sector. Strawberry shipping-point…

Angry Mexican farmers target avocado orchards that use up too much water

As a drought in Mexico drags on, angry subsistence farmers have begun taking direct action on thirsty avocado orchards and berry fields of commercial…

'Controlled atmosphere as an innovative solution for cherry shipments'

Maersk and the University of Chile, in partnership with exporter Geofrut, have published a study that promises significant implications for the export…

Peru's fresh avocado exports grew by 35% in the first quarter

In the first quarter of 2024, Peru's fresh avocado exports recorded a significant increase, reaching 105,034 tons worth US$ 233 million. This represents a 35%…

Peruvian ginger exports have suffered a significant drop

Peruvian ginger exports experienced a strong decrease in the first half of the campaign. According to data provided by Fresh Cargo Peru, between weeks 1 and…

Rivulis -

Drip irrigation innovation sees vegetable farm's yields go through the roof

A 2,000 acre (800 ha) onion and lettuce farm in California, Jack Bros, pioneers drip tape configuration, germination, and disease reduction. Situated…

USDA

U.S. farmers received about half of what consumers paid for fresh strawberries from 2020–23

As summertime approaches, it may interest shoppers that U.S. farmers have received more than half of what consumers paid for fresh strawberries since…

Fillmore and Santa Paula regions

Avocado and equipment theft prompts vigilance in California

In California's Fillmore and Santa Paula regions, a notable increase in thefts involving avocados and agricultural equipment has been reported. The…

Carrier Transicold’s Lynx Fleet telematics solution helps Roamer Transport Inc. improve uptime and save truck loads

Roamer Transport Inc. has adopted Carrier Transicold's Lynx Fleet telematics solution across its 39-trailer fleet, aiming to deliver superior…

University of Illinois study:

Exploring sweet potato quality analysis in the U.S.

In the realm of agricultural innovation, a study conducted by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has shed light on the advancement of sweet potato…

Bearing almond acreage drops slightly – first time in decades

California's bearing almond acreage decreased slightly over the past year, according to a new report from Land IQ to the Almond Board of California (ABC). It…

Market and Crop Update for April 25, 2024

“West Valley Packing is packing all three colors for conventional and organic onions”

MARKETImperial Valley, California:Mike Smythe provided an Imperial Valley crop report for West Valley Packing on April 24: "West Valley Packing is packing all…

"Chilean walnut production down by 15-25% compared to 2023"

The Chilean Nut Producer and Exporter Association, Chilenut, has released a statement to inform the industry about the current situation of the walnut harvest…

Melt van Schoor – Good Hope Marketing

Easy peeler market revives in Europe

The final ClemenLuz clementines are rolling over the packlines at Good Hope Marketing in Citrusdal to make way for Nules next week. Their citrus…

“Bigger demand than estimated led to organised chaos for enough specialised reefer vessels space from South Africa”

"Organised chaos" is the best way to describe shipping of the products during the past 2023/24 deciduous fruit season from South Africa. Anlin Shipping…

Moroccan rosemary supply hit by drought

Production of aromatic and medicinal plants in Morocco has suffered a severe blow this year due to persistent drought, leading to a drop in supply and…

Polish apple export to Asia had serious challenges

"Delays were our biggest concern this season"

Some of the Polish apple varieties are still plentiful in stock and are expected to be in supply for the rest of the season. However, according to…

Great start to MedFEL 2024

MedFEL 2024 is finally underway! The 16th edition of the famous event in Perpignan opened its doors this week. With a redesigned layout and packed aisles, MedFEL is in full…

Mark Everett - Worldwide Fruit

"We expect to increase the loading of large sizes in the coming weeks"

The start of the year saw a short supply of avocados, particularly for larger sizes, but early imports from the Southern Hemisphere have levelled…

Potatoes New Zealand continues to make a difference in the industry

Potatoes New Zealand continues to make a difference in the industry, driving many initiatives and creating positive outcomes for the industry. With a…

EU Commission first implementation report:

The relevance of combating Unfair Trading Practices and the need for further EU actions

In agriculture, pricing and other contractual conditions are a key issue that can be seriously affected by unfair trading practices (UTP). The European Farmers…

Kazakhstan is a front-runner in banana consumption in Central Asia

Bananas reign supreme in the global fruit market, consistently topping the charts as a favorite. Not only are they a staple in the diets of many across the…

Pilot tattoos favorite crop: courgette

Tom, a pilot grounded during the lockdown, turned to gardening at his local allotment as a therapeutic pastime. He involved his friend Lucy, who excels…

Aston University research:

'Social media can be used to increase fruit and vegetable intake in young people'

Researchers from Aston University have found that people following healthy eating accounts on social media for as little as two weeks ate more fruit…

European Parliament approves a revision of the EU’s common agricultural policy

On Wednesday, the European Parliament approved a review of the CAP Strategic Plans Regulation and the CAP Horizontal Regulation with 425 votes in…