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Chilean grape season kicks off with 64% of export volumes comprised of new varieties

As per the Chilean Fruit Exporters Association Frutas de Chile (formerly ASOEX) third estimate, over 62 million table grape boxes will be shipped to international markets this 2023-24 campaign.
January 29 , 2024

Verfrut founder speaks about the sale of Chilean fruit giant

The company was acquired 100% by Unifrutti, aiming to expand its multi-fruit platform further and meet the growing global demand for premium products.
January 29 , 2024

Maersk announces changes to MECL service

The firm has assured that it will provide updated information on alternative solutions and various options shortly, to meet the needs and minimize the inconvenience.
January 29 , 2024

Argentine pome fruit sector expanding productivity

Patagonia Food CEO Nicolás Sánchez, who also acts as president of the Argentine Chamber of Integrated Fruit Growers (CAFI) addresses 2024 projections and lessons learned for 2023.
January 29 , 2024

Walmart COO on AI's impact on retail

Anshu Bhardwaj, senior vice president and chief operating officer, of Walmart discusses the changing nature of retail in a world powered by artificial intelligence.
January 29 , 2024

Summertime Flavors make winter debut with Lemonade Apples

With recent plantings coming into increased production this past season, Rice Fruit Company is saying “Hello Yellow” to their newest offering.
January 26 , 2024

South African Citrus Growers Association projects positive season for 2024

According to IOL media, in South Africa, the citrus season starts with lemons in February and ends in September.
January 26 , 2024

CMI Orchards’ Sunrise Magic apples now available

CMI’s Vice President of Marketing Rochelle Bohm informed that the apple variety is now ready to pack and ship.
January 26 , 2024

Peruvian blueberry industry turns to varietal change to secure 2024 season

"Success will depend on the ability of growers to achieve the goal of selecting and managing new varieties effectively," says Rafael Coronado, responsible for blueberry trials in Dole-Piura. 
January 26 , 2024

Three new raspberry varieties to be launched at Fruit Logistica

Advanced Berry Breeding (ABB), a leader in raspberry breeding, announced the commercial launch of three new varieties.
January 25 , 2024