All North America articles – Page 2
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VideoHow can apples and pears compete with avocados and mangoes in the social media age?
Nine leading players in the fresh apple and pear market explain what opportunities they see to add value to the category
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VideoHealthy, sustainable… and losing consumers? Apples and pears fight for attention
World Apple & Pear Association secretary general Philippe Binard considers the challenge ahead for the topfruit business
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NewsUS Dietary Guidelines reinforce fruits and vegetables as essential
The Foundation for Fresh Produce says updated US Dietary Guidelines for Americans present meaningful opportunities for the fresh produce industry
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NewsFresh Del Monte to take global ownership of Del Monte brand
US$285mn bid secures group large part of bankrupt Del Monte Foods Corporation II, including assets in US, Mexico, and Venezuela
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NewsGiumarra appoints Rich Dachman as independent board chairman
Fresh produce industry veteran Rich Dachman has been appointed independent chairman of the board of directors at The Giumarra Companies
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NewsOptimum Sorting achieves revenue growth and machine milestone
The Belgian-headquartered group has announced plans to relocate facilities in the Netherlands and US while expanding its workforce
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NewsWashington fruit industry mourns death of BJ Thurlby
Washington State Fruit Commission president passes at the age of 60
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NewsMission Produce to acquire Calavo Growers
The deal combines Mission’s vertically integrated avocado platform with Calavo’s century-old heritage in sourcing and distribution, creating an expanded network
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FeaturesGreek stonefruit growers eye spring outlook
Following a challenging frost-affected season last year, cherry and peach producers in the northern Greek region of Naoussa are hoping for better conditions
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PromotionAI is changing everything… Are you ready for it?
Why you really can’t afford to ignore artificial intelligence – find out at the Fruit Logistica Briefing 2026
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NewsOrsero Group confirms intention to enter US market ‘soon’
Company also plans to open new facilities in northern Spain and Seville shortly, as it pursues long-term expansion plan
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NewsChiquita harvests first banana crop after resuming operations in Panama
After months of paralysis, the multinational said the first exports are scheduled for February
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NewsSunkist launches Year of the Horse packaging for Lunar New Year
The global fresh citrus supplier’s annual Lunar New Year initiative features custom-illustrated packaging and flexible merchandising solutions
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NewsCPMA Convention returns to Toronto in April
CPMA is anticipating record attendance while introducing new networking initiatives to connect international buyers and suppliers
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NewsCalifornia Avocado Commission names new chair Rachael Laenen
Laenen is the first female chairperson elected in the organisation’s history
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FeaturesFresh Del Monte Produce addresses banana supply crisis
Jorge Pelaez of Fresh Del Monte Produce discusses declining banana source volumes, varietal development, and greater support for growers
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NewsParisa Salehi joins HAB as senior director of industry engagement
Welcoming Salehi’s appointment, HAB also honoured John McGuigan, director of industry affairs, on his retirement
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NewsHapag-Lloyd ports arm continues expansion with acquisition of Florida terminal
Hanseatic Global Terminals agrees to take full ownership of one of the biggest container shipping hubs in the US
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NewsMohammed Abbas is the man for Del Monte
Abbas joined the the group’s senior leadership team in the US in early 2022, and has now been handed the role of group president
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NewsOppy expands table grape import programme
Grape import programme increases by 44 per cent following integration with Dole Diversified North America, adding 1.25mn boxes from Peru and Chile