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Tomra improving efficiency in packinghouses with artificial intelligence
Two recent product launches have shown how AI is changing food processing. James French, Head of Innovation at TOMRA Fresh Food, part of TOMRA Food, explains how AI is already adding value and why its importance will grow.
December 15 , 2023
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Kroger-Albertsons merger faces yet another roadblock
In November, Kroger assured the Federal Trade Commission that it had met all antitrust law requirements. The FTC has until Dec. 15 to decide on the merger.
December 14 , 2023
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Agronometrics in Charts: Drought in the Panama Canal disrupting international trade
The number of permissible daily transits for ships has been significantly curtailed, decreasing from an average of 36 to 38 in the past to an anticipated 18 in February, representing half of the customary allowance.
December 14 , 2023
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Jac. Vandenberg’s sustainable mandarins hitting U.S. shelves this summer
The firm just announced its first sustainable mandarin crop shipments, as Uruguay provider Forbel and Peru’s Pampa Baja were recently certified by SCS Global Services.
December 14 , 2023
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North Bay increases Florida and Mexico berry production
North Bay strawberries’ main markets are the Eastern U.S. and Canada.
December 14 , 2023
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Kapi Kapi Growers announces new president
Sofia Acon was instrumental in bringing Kapi Kapi Growers to the U.S. market four years ago as a co-founder of the company.
December 14 , 2023
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Hass Avocado Board’s new executive committee for 2024
Collectively the new executive committee team has over 70 years of experience working in the avocado industry.
December 13 , 2023
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Peruvian blueberry producers look to “tropical” varieties amid rising temperatures
To face the changing weather, which has brought warmer winters, companies are looking into new varieties that have a better performance in warmer climates.
December 13 , 2023
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Sprouts joins Uber Eats in Florida; to expand nationwide
The specialty grocer announced it plans to expand its presence on Uber Eats to all of its more than 400 locations in 23 states by the end of 2023.
December 13 , 2023
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U.S. fresh apple holdings up in December
The figure is up 20% from the December five-year average.
December 13 , 2023