All North America articles – Page 35
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NewsMission Produce adds Michael Sims to board
Addition of seasoned financial executive increases size of board to nine directors
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NewsAltar Produce expands speciality vegetable programme
Company is ramping up production of spring onions, Brussels sprouts and broccoli to meet growing demand
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FeaturesUSAID cuts a “threat” to small farmers in developing world
The consequences of the termination of USAID-funded technical assistance programmes are hard to predict for the global fruit and vegetables business, but small producers are likely to be the first to feel an impact
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NewsDole successfully closes refinancing of credit facilities
US$1.2bn refinancing will extend the maturity of outstanding debt at favourable interest rates, the group says
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CommentComment: Who profits from proprietary produce?
Horticultural IP lawyer Darron Saltzman argues there could be a fairer way to structure variety licensing agreements
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NewsSunkist spotlights California grapefruit
Group says its grapefruit combo bag is ”tailor-made for summer’s big moments”
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NewsUS tariffs tear into container shipping firm’s profit margin
Ocean Network Express predicts 75 per cent reduction in full-year profit for 2025/26 as a result of protectionist measures
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NewsBayer appoints new Crop Science CFO
Guru Ramamurthy will succeed Oliver Rittgen, who leaves after 25 years with the company
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NewsNew Zealand persimmon exports rise 20 per cent
Good weather sees industry improve following five difficult seasons
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NewsNuffield scholar finds keys to successful education programmes
Cross-industry collaboration and hands-on learning experiences important factors in increasing vegetable intake
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NewsMexican state of Morelos moves closer to avocado exports
Morelos government seeking to raise standards to meet requirements of the international market
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NewsDel Monte enjoys “continued momentum” in Q1
Group reports on lower net sales but higher gross profit and net income in the opening quarter of the year
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NewsIFPA unveils 2025 Public Policy Agenda in Washington
Strengthening agriculture, expanding nutrition and advancing trade are the key pillars of the IFPA’s policy
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NewsDriscoll’s appoints new chief people officer
Berry leader names Gaëlle Le Meur as its chief people officer as the company strengthens its global growth and talent development strategy
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NewsDel Monte’s Rubyglow Pineapple named Best Food Innovation
Pineapple is recognised at the World Food Innovation Awards 2025, highlighting the company’s ”continued leadership in pineapple innovation”
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NewsSun World partners with Clarifresh to boost quality control
Collaboration will help the breeder’s licensees to enhance quality consistency, standardisation, and reduce rejections
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NewsIFPA urges science-based standards for organics
Association has made comments to the National Organic Standards Board on key challenges facing the sector.
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AnalysisFruit Logistica: Strategies for adapting to changing markets
This Fresh Produce Forum session looked at how flexibility, resilience and adaptability could be improved to survive successfully in volatile and turbulent markets
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CommentComment: Fruitist is on the verge of something berry big
A predicted IPO might be seen as a high-stakes bet on the future of fresh berries, but there is also plenty to be gained
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NewsAgroFresh helps growers pick right time to harvest
New scanner tech Rubens will be on show at Macfrut, alongside the company’s new anti-fungal system for table grapes