U.S. fresh-market apple holdings down

The downward swing this year comes despite an astronomical leap in Michigan fresh holdings to 4.7 bushels in 2023, up from 1.8 a year ago. 

February 14 , 2023

Agronometrics Interviews: US Apple Export Council at Fruit Logistica 2023

Sarah Ilyas studies the state of the US apple season in an exclusive interview with the Executive Director of the US Apple Export Council, Will Callis and the Executive VP and Sales Manager of United Apple, Brett Baker.

February 14 , 2023

New Zealand Avocado hosts the World Avocado Congress after two challenging years

The 10th edition of the World Avocado Congress, which will feature over 130 presentations, will take place this year between April 2-5 in Auckland, New Zealand. 

February 13 , 2023

U.S. fresh fruit exports decreased in 2022, USDA says

In a world slowly recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, 2022 hit the produce industry with supply chain and logistics issues, surging input prices and general world instability due to political conflicts. 

February 13 , 2023

Kapi Kapi to debut sustainably grown bananas and pineapples

The company invests heavily in farm and packhouse food safety as well as health and education programs, while taking care to make a positive impact on the environment.

February 10 , 2023

Spain launches new heat-resistant apple variety

The variety is capable of thriving in high temperatures, allowing this cultivar to easily adapt to less favorable climatic conditions.

February 10 , 2023

Nat4Bio research hammers forward to benefit industry

The company develops organic and edible coatings to reduce supply chain waste. This comes from fermenting biological solutions for food protection.

February 10 , 2023

​​Ryp Labs featured at Fruit Logistica 2023

Ryp Labs’ formulation can be applied to the stickers used every day to carry fruit brands.  The food-grade formulation is applied to the surface of the sticker and is slowly released to protect the fruit from premature rotting. 

February 07 , 2023

Wild Harvest Organic Produce offering over 40 new products

United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) has announced the expansion of its Wild Harvest private-label organic produce line with more than 40 new items. 

February 02 , 2023

Winter, Marlene sponsors mountain sports

The brand will be supporting the Ski World Cup and Biathlon champion Dorothea Wierer. The marketing activities for the winter season also include campaigns in Italy, Sweden and Norway.

January 31 , 2023