All North America articles – Page 10
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NewsUSHBC announces startups chosen for Blueberry Boost Accelerator’s inaugural cohort
From gut health to indulgent snacking, selected startups showcase bold, blueberry-powered innovation
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NewsSaga Robotics raises £8.4mn as Thorvald enters commercial breakout phase
Big moment for the robotics company as it transitions from initial market traction to large-scale commercial adoption
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VideoVideo: Tariff tension triggers Canadian concern
Seeds & Stems’ Sav Tsoukalas discusses how US tariff policy and Canada’s own response is reshaping supply chains, changing retail buying patterns, and influencing consumer choices in the country’s fresh produce market
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NewsSouth Africa continues talks with US over new tariffs
South African government officials are continuing discussions with US counterparts to address new 30 per cent tariffs on fresh produce exports, though diplomatic tensions appear to be rising
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NewsSyngenta to launch new Romaine lettuce campaign in Salinas
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds will officially launch its new Romaine lettuce campaign at an upcoming field day event in California, showcasing varieties developed to deliver reliability and performance across diverse growing conditions.
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NewsMission Produce’s Central and South America president to retire in November
After 14 years of leadership expanding Mission Produce’s operations across Central and South America, Juan Wiesner will retire effective 1 November, with Simón González stepping into an expanded senior role
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VideoThe Fresh Ideas Show: Summer sales, blueberries or bust, and magic magnets
Hear from fresh produce business experts including Tesco, Oddbox, Elenovations and Alegra in the latest episode of Fruitnet’s video podcast
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NewsUSDA to purchase US$35m of fresh apples for nutrition programmes
Industry body USApple praises government intervention, which it says will benefit struggling apple producers and disadvantaged Americans
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NewsGuatemalan avocado exporters still waiting to embark on exports to US
Hopes are high that first shipments will take place before the end of the year
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NewsAustralian Soluna apples make US debut
WA Farm Direct celebrates new chapter as Australian-bred apple is shipped to the US via Oppy
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NewsApeel Sciences issues response to new Federal Labelling Bill
Company calls for transparency and accuracy in food safety debate
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NewsUS tariff deadline looms for South African exporters
Citrus exporters from South Africa are rushing to ship their final consignments before new 30 per cent US tariffs take effect, while industry bodies warn of significant long-term consequences for the country’s R2.4bn citrus export market
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NewsSouth African exporters left hanging on for another seven days
South African fresh produce exporters have been granted a seven-day extension to address impending 30 per cent US tariffs, though industry sources believe higher duties are now unavoidable
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NewsNew EU packaging rules push supply chain rethink
Tosca says its circular system can help companies prepare for PPWR compliance while cutting waste and cost
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NewsWAO: Avocados top the charts in nutrient-to-water efficiency
To mark World Avocado Day, the organisation highlights avocados as a nutritional powerhouse and an environmentally conscious option
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NewsIFPA reorganises to strengthen produce safety initiatives
The International Fresh Produce Association has announced a strategic reorganisation of its food safety teams to better address industry challenges and regulatory requirements
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NewsFresh Del Monte CEO warns of global banana shortage
Fresh Del Monte Produce’s chairman and CEO Mohammad Abu-Ghazaleh has issued a stark warning about a global banana shortage, citing the spread of diseases and climate change as key factors affecting production
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NewsFresh Del Monte reports sales and profit growth in Q2
The global fresh produce giant has announced increased net sales and profit for the second quarter of 2025, driven by strong performance in fresh and value-added products
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NewsBayer advances registration for groundbreaking herbicide icafolin-methyl
Bayer is advancing registration applications for icafolin-methyl, agriculture’s first new mode of action for post-emergent weed control in over 30 years, with estimated peak sales potential of €750mn
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NewsUSHBC launches ‘Blueberries Go Big’ marketing campaign
The US Highbush Blueberry Council has unveiled a new marketing initiative that aims to forge stronger emotional connections with consumers while highlighting the fruit’s significant benefits in every bite