All North America articles – Page 14
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NewsAFTPP funding a “strategic catalyst” for US blueberry industry
Grant will help the industry expand its presence in high-growth regions and forge partnerships with importers, distributors and retailers worldwide
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AnalysisAnalysis: Significant shift in Korea’s citrus imports reveals new opportunities for brands
Hyojun Kim shares an overview of Korea’s citrus market following a surge in imports of Californian mandarins this year, noting clear lack of brand leadership in the category
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NewsHottest March on record brings on “fast and short” California cherry season
Despite the early start and the short shipping window, industry says crop is much improved on problematic 2025 harvest
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NewsMacfrut promotes tropical import potential
Colombia sets out ambition to grow mango exports, while Dominican Republic and Peru underline their commitment to European market
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NewsAfresh secures US$34mn to expand AI grocery platform
Company says platform has reduced shrinkage and boosted sales at retailers including Albertsons, Meijer, and Wakefern
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FeaturesGlobal Coalition launches charter for fair ocean freight practices
International alliance of fresh produce trade associations unveils voluntary charter to encourage more resilient supply chains
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NewsCool Carriers Chile posts strong season despite US downturn
Operator says it achieved record market share and moved 260,000 pallets of cherries, blueberries, grapes and stonefruit in 2025/26
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NewsChiquita faces labour exploitation claims at Guatemalan banana farms
Report by Swiss advocacy group alleges worker mistreatment and sub-standard conditions on Rainforest Alliance-certified plantations
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NewsIFPA unveils second cohort for Packaging Innovation Program
Programme aims to develop technologies that extend shelf-life, reduce food waste, and meet evolving international regulations
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NewsKey challenges of the global banana industry set agenda for International Banana Congress
More than 1,200 people expected to attend the event, which is being held at the Yucatán International Convention Centre
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NewsNew global campaign for California grapes as season starts early
Superhero-themed Lunchbox League campaign targets trade and consumers across US and 22 export markets to help drive demand
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NewsMexican avocado industry formalises zero deforestation export agreement
Voluntary self-regulation system is designed to verify compliance with environmental law and strengthen supply chain transparency
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NewsCalifornia Table Grape Commission welcomes funding boost
The Commission has been awarded US$2.2mn through the America First Trade Promotion Program to expand global promotions
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NewsHort left out of energy exemption list as government says it’s ‘watching closely’
Fresh produce businesses will be left to face soaring energy costs alone after further expansion to industrial protection scheme excludes sector
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NewsUSDA reveals AFTPP funding awardees
Washington Apple Commission, California Table Grape Commission and Pear Bureau Northwest among beneficiaries
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NewsChiquita AI video shows Times Square takeover for National Banana Day
The banana brand leveraged its ‘Pop by Nature’ platform to virtually transform New York’s Times Square on 15 April
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NewsT&G’s Envy becomes New Zealand’s first billion-dollar apple brand
Major milestone reflects sustained global demand and years of investment in the marketer’s integrated end-to-end apples system
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NewsStemilt signs licensing agreement for premium cherries
US grower partners with LFP and Brandt’s Fruit Trees to extend season into September with premium, late-summer varieties
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NewsCanada’s produce sector prioritises tariff-free trade amid pressures
CPMA survey identifies policymaking as most important factor in country’s produce business, ahead of crucial trade review
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NewsConvenience and high-protein trends fuel US avocado demand
Mission Produce says the green fruit has evolved from a cultural trend into a category powerhouse