U.S. Apple Association reacts to easing of tariffs on EU imports

The EU was set to increase retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods from December 1, having paused action in May to allow time for negotiations.

November 03 , 2021

U.S.: Late summer avocado sales show double-digit vs 2019

The avocado category continued to experience softer sales as compared to the pandemic sales surge of 2020. However, when compared to 2019, the avocado category has recorded double-digit volume growth across all eight regions.

October 29 , 2021

Port of Seattle becomes the latest casualty of container congestion

Shipping companies including Maersk and MSC are dropping Seattle from the schedule of some of their services from this week due to port congestion.

October 28 , 2021

C&L Fruits: Export and production of the freshest fruit from the Southern Hemisphere

Having fresh, tasty and quality fruit throughout the year is essential for consumers around the world. The Chilean company C&L Fruits is recognized worldwide as a leading company in the production and export of quality fresh fruit.

October 25 , 2021

Innovative tomato pruning robot can work all day in greenhouses

The Dutch company Priva has presented Kompano, its first robot on the market that can move around the greenhouse safely and independently while working alongside other employees.

October 19 , 2021

XVII International Banana Convention to analyze current state of global sector

The XVIII International Banana Convention in Guayaquil, Ecuador, organized by the Association of Banana Exporters of Ecuador (AEBE), is getting closer and closer.

October 14 , 2021

Capespan owner Zeder reports profit, still considering 'third-party approaches'

South African-based agricultural investment company Zeder reported a half-year headline profit from a loss last year but is still evaluating third party approaches on various portfolio investments.

October 08 , 2021

Project looks at impact of waxes on food safety

While commodities such as apples and oranges receive a single waxing, lemons receive both storage and finishing wax treatments. But little is known about how different waxes and the waxing step impact microbial food safety.

October 05 , 2021

Mexico's leading banana growers address "unbearable" rising cost of organics

The Mexican organic banana industry is speaking out on the intense cost pressure that it has absorbed over the last 18 months, saying it has become "unbearable".

September 29 , 2021

EWG continues to release “Dirty Dozen” produce list despite criticism

The Environmental Working Group has released its 2021 "Dirty Dozen" and "Clean 15" lists of fresh produce items despite strong criticism of its validity.

March 18 , 2021