North America news archive – Page 3
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ArticleAgrovision secures its largest ever private equity investment
Blueberry grower-marketer continues to target growth in the category as it pursues premium product distribution model
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ArticleCut tax on fruit and veg to boost consumer health, says report
New research based on consumer survey in seven countries suggests governments can do more to help people meet WHO’s recommended daily intake
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ArticleUK lifts tariff on California prune juice
UK import tariff on prune juice suspended after lobbying by UK trade and California Prune Board
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ArticleBayer pilots generative AI tool for agriculture
System has been trained by Bayer agronomists and proprietary data to benefit farmers, agronomic advisors, and other industry users
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ArticleProducePay launches Visibility solution to improve transparency and cut waste
New tool gives buyers end-to-end visibility from farm to final destination
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ArticleAwdi Gardens eager to show off quality of Lebanese produce
Having experienced rapid growth in its grape exports to markets across the globe, Lebanese producer Awdi Gardens sees potential for Lebanese cherries, plums and kiwifruit
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ArticleAsiafruit Fresh Produce India edition out now
Special event issue provides an in-depth look at the Indian market, plus Fresh Focus South African Table Grapes 2024 inside
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NewsDole completes Progressive Produce sale
The group’s 65 per cent equity stake has been sold to Arable Capital, completing a deal first announced in February
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ArticleSun World successfully enforces IP infringements in Italy
Courts have ruled in favour of the fruit licensing company in four separate legal cases related to its table grape varieties
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NewsGood start to 2024 for Mission Produce
Group reveals improved year-on-year results for the opening fiscal quarter of 2024, with revenue climbing 21 per cent
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ArticleClimate change poses “enormous threat” to banana business
United Nations economist predicts price increases for consumers as temperature rises make it harder to protect existing production
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NewsMoleaer launches Trinity Nanobubble Generator
New technology represents a ”game-changer” for growers looking to improve sustainability and productivity in their operations, the group says
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ArticlePenny eliminates single-use packaging from organic banana supply chain
The German discounter has worked with Ifco and importer Biofrusan to eliminate non-returnable packaging used to bring fruit in from the Dominican Republic
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AnalysisAnalysis: Could US east coast imports change forever?
As more and more Moroccan citrus and Chilean table grapes arrive in containers rather than reefer ships, there are major consequences for logistics and terminal operators along the Delaware River
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ArticleBanana producers pile pressure on European retailers
Latin American, African and Caribbean industries repeat calls for action ahead of next week’s World Banana Forum
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ArticleDole joins Global Women Fresh on International Women’s Day
World’s biggest fruit and vegetable supplier commits to take part in projects that promote gender equality and female empowerment across the entire industry
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PodcastsFruitbox 103 · George Lobisser, Ripe Locker
Chris and George discuss the role of post-harvest technology when it comes to fresh fruit and vegetable quality and shelf-life
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ArticleMission Produce appoints new president and COO
John Pawlowski joins Mission with more than 25 years in the global food and foodservice industry most recently serving as president and COO of Lipari Foods
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ArticlePhotos: Whole Foods Market’s new Daily Shop format
Amazon’s food retail business has set its sights on New York as the place to launch a brand new convenience store format
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ArticleMastronardi Produce joins Sekoya blueberry club
Company says it plans “aggressive” expansion of supply base across North and South America as retail demand for premium-quality blueberries continues to grow