North America news archive
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ArticleArra grapes have “the genetics to guarantee production”
After assessing the damage of last month’s tropical storm in California, table grape breeding and licensing company Grapa Varieties believes the benefits of Arra varieties that offer tolerance to extreme conditions are undeniable
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ArticleRobotics Plus launches Prospr
Multi-use autonomous vehicle for sustainable orchard and vineyard production launches in US
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NewsClimate change having huge impact on farmers
More than 70 per cent of farmers have already seen large impacts of climate change on their farm, new global research from Farmer Voice survey reveals
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NewsAgrofresh finalises Tessara acquisition
Agrofresh says the purchase marks the expansion of its produce quality and freshness solutions into table grapes and berries
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NewsDel Monte named Humankind 100 Company
Fresh produce giant is recognised for its work in crop production, economic value, and medical services
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ArticleStarr Ranch Growers and CMI Orchards partner up
Leading Washington State fresh produce companies will join forces as part of a new agreement
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Article‘Less than half’ fresh produce sold globally makes any profit
New report suggests massive increase in production and operating costs over past three years has left around 60 per cent of supply unprofitable
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NewsCalifornia celebrates 100 years of table grape breeding
Ross Jones of the California Table Grape Commission highlights the accomplishments of breeders and the success of local varieties at special event
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PodcastsFruitbox 97 · Mohammed Abbas, Del Monte
Recorded live on the Asia Fruit Logistica show floor in Hong Kong, Mohammed speaks with Chris White about segmentation
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NewsWestfalia USA unveils zero-plastic avo packaging
Avocado specialist becomes the first produce brand to partner with CIRT as it strives to make recycling easy for everyone
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ArticleFruit Logistica 2024 tickets now available
Organiser Messe Berlin reports rise in demand for stand space at the leading trade show for the global fresh produce business, as visitor tickets go on sale.
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NewsMission Produce sees Q3 income and revenue fall
Steve Barnard says quarterly performance was in line with expectations, with avocado sales volumes up 23 per cent
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ArticleGrupo HAME acquires Peru’s Agrokasa
Deal allows Grupo HAME to diversify its existing operations in bananas, palm oil and avocados and move into Peru for first time
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ArticleEl Pedregal teams up with social impact brand Thx!
The partnership will impact 70 farmworkers during this season alone, the company said
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NewsNABC welcomes India tariff reduction
The decision to reduce tariffs on fresh, frozen, and dried blueberries has been applauded by the North American Blueberry Council
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ArticleEquifruit moves from woman-owned to women-owned
Sales and marketing director Kim Chackal becomes minority owner of the socially responsible brand
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NewsPVM to manage Celina cv pear in North America
Proprietary Variety Management is granted the license to manage the pear in the US, which is marketed as QTee in other global growing regions
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ArticleKiwifruit climbs fruit bowl ranking
New research commissioned by Zespri shows kiwifruit has climbed two spots to the seventh most popular fruit in key markets
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ArticleAsia Fruit Logistica exhibitor previews: Americas
Asiafruit previews some of the North and South American exhibitors set to highlight a wide range of products and services at Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong on 6-8 September 2023
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ArticleCalifornia table grape industry counts hurricane damage
Hurricane Hilary has “heartbreaking” impact on season with industry estimating 25m lost boxes