All North America articles – Page 4
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NewsCAB appoints Meg Buchsbaum as retail account manager
In her new role she will be responsible for creating and cultivating retail partnerships
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NewsIFPA welcomes Trump administration tariff exemptions for fresh produce
The International Fresh Produce Association has welcomed the Trump administration’s announcement of new tariff exemptions for goods not produced domestically in sufficient quantities, saying the move will help keep fruits and vegetables affordable
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NewsLimoneira sells Chilean farms for US$15mn
Company continues to own 47 per cent stake in Chilean citrus packing, selling and marketing operation
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NewsSouth African citrus industry welcomes US decision to remove tariffs on oranges
CGA CEO says the new exemption is “great news” and calls for an extention to include the country’s mandarin exports
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NewsCalavo Growers announces CEO Lee Cole retirement in December
Calavo Growers has announced that president and CEO Lee Cole will retire on 8 December, with former CFO and current board member John Lindeman set to succeed him in the top role
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NewsIFPA calls for momentum after federal government reopening
The International Fresh Produce Association says Congressional gridlock had put 48mn Americans at risk of losing access to fresh fruits and vegetables
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NewsCatalytic Generators expands global reach
Uptake of the company’s Easy-Ripe ethylene generator is growing across international markets
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NewsFuture of tomatoes in the spotlight in Malaga
Tomato experts gathered in the Spanish city of Malaga this week for Fruitnet Tomato Congress, a two-day event highlighting the big future challenges facing the category, as well as the opportunities and solutions for businesses
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NewsOppy’s John Anderson inducted into Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame
Oppy chairman and CEO John Anderson has been inducted into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame, recognising his extraordinary impact on Canada’s agriculture and food industry over five decades
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NewsSouth African stonefruit sector optimistic for strong season
South African producers are optimistic for a strong stonefruit season on the back of increased production, favourable weather and improvements to address long-running logistical issues
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NewsGlobal blueberry demand rises as supply becomes more diverse
Global demand for blueberries continues to rise, with North America and Europe leading the way, according to the latest RaboResearch Blueberry Update 2025. The report highlights growing consumption alongside an increasingly diverse global supply landscape
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NewsElifab Solutions secures global partnership with berry brand Fruitist
Sorting and grading machinery specialist Elifab Solutions has secured a global partnership with California-based berry brand Fruitist to deploy advanced blueberry sorting and packing technology across multiple countries
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NewsAkorn Technology is finalist in UAE FoodTech Challenge
Postharvest solutions specialist Akorn Technology has been named as a finalist for the 2025 FoodTech Challenge, a UAE-based competition focusing on agri-food technologies for challenging environments
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NewsDole reports 10.5 per cent revenue growth in third quarter
Fresh produce giant Dole has reported third-quarter revenue growth of 10.5 per cent to US$2.28bn, driven by positive operational performance across all segments, though net income declined 35.7 per cent following the disposal of its Fresh Vegetables division
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NewsAgroFresh announces imaging and orchard analytics partnerships with Aerobotics and Neolithics
Collaborations enhance AgroFresh’s FreshCloud platform, delivering more insights for growers
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NewsDiMuto launches traceable Mexican mango shipments to the US with SoLumi Fresh
DiMuto introduces a new product utilisation strategy, shifting below-grade fruit to processing to reduce food waste
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NewsFruitnet Tomato Congress looks to the future of tomatoes
On 11-12 November in Malaga, Spain, essential event focuses on how the fresh tomato business can cope with future challenges like climate change, labour challenges, and evolving consumer demand
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NewsCanada invests to reduce produce sector’s dependence on US
Country’s fresh produce industry set to benefit from new financial support aimed at expanding export markets and overcoming transport challenges
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NewsFPAA honours Gonzalo Avila as 2025 Member of the Year
Award celebrates leaders whose vision, service, and commitment leave an enduring mark on the fresh produce industry
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NewsHow AI and automation are rebooting the fresh produce business
Fruit Logistica’s new trend report reveals how artificial intelligence is accelerating change in global fruit and vegetable supply chains