North America news archive – Page 2
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NewsNetafim partners with Treetoscope
The collaboration provides farmers with broader access to digital farming solutions that deliver real-time, data-driven irrigation recommendations
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CommentUS tariffs – expect the unexpected
John Giles, divisional director of Promar International, analyses the likely fallout from Trump’s new tariff regime
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Comment‘Expect the unexpected in Trump’s tariff saga’
Edwin Reyes, a senior consultant at Promar International, assesses the potential impact of President Trump’s tariffs on the UK fresh produce sector and other international markets
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NewsEV Produce International moves into chillis and tomatillos
Growing popularity of Mexican cuisine fuels expansion of product line and US distribution network
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NewsSinclair shares progress on roll out of compostable PLU sticker
Company said it is reinforcing its commitment to sustainability through continued innovation and collaboration in the fresh produce industry
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NewsShaffe president writes to Donald Trump to express tariff concerns
Southern Hemisphere fresh produce body warns of major disruption to global supply chains, negative market stability, and higher prices for consumers
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NewsCMI Orchards expands its operational footprint
Chelan Fruit, Legacy Fruit, and Pacific Coast Cherry Packers join CMI Orchards following closure of Sage Fruit Company
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NewsFresh Express kicks off Express Yourself campaign
US salad brand invites consumers to unleash creativity in the kitchen
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NewsFrench apples gain access to Mexican market
Following years of negotiations, French apples have gained entry to Mexico, with Interfel calling on exporters to pursue this new market with ambition
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NewsRecord high for US strawberry exports
Exports for 2024 were valued at US$570.3mn, making the category the country’s third most valuable fresh fruit export
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NewsIFPA unveils 2025 public policy agenda
Plan sets out bold vision for growth and greater access to fresh produce and floral
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NewsUS orange forecast rises
USDA-NASS report shows April production forecast up 2 per cent, with 2024/25 volumes pegged at 2.46mn tonnes
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NewsMore Mexican avocados for 2025
Production and exports are expected to grow by 3 per cent and 5 per cent respectively this year
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NewsTrump’s tariff policy hits global container shipping bookings
Bookings down 48 per cent week-on-week following tariff chaos
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NewsAFM puts guacamole centre stage for Cinco de Mayo
New campaign invites consumers to make avocados the star of their celebration
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NewsSan Diego researchers reveal new robotic picker design
Robot uses measuring tape-like fingers to grip and pick fruit
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NewsTurkish stonefruit battles through cold spell
Turkish exporters anticipate a good cherry season despite an untimely bout of frost across various stonefruit regions, which has hit apricot and cherry production in some areas
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NewsFarmable trials AI-powered farm management software
Pilot is first step in delivering a fully integrated AI-driven platform to help drive better decisions
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NewsSouth African grape exports “at risk” of Trump tariffs
The industry is “deeply concerned” over the impact of the new US tariffs
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NewsMurcian growers explore new opportunities in Canada
Proexport leads delegation taking part in this week’s CPMA Fresh Week trade fair