All North America articles – Page 5
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ArticleMSC CEO sounds alarm over Trump plans to break China’s grip on shipping
Taxes on ships built in China would push up container rates, forcing a rethink on routes into the US, Soren Toft said
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ArticleProduce prices could rise “within days”, Target CEO warns
Trump’s tariffs on Mexico will be felt almost immediately by US shoppers, Brian Cornell said
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NewsSpanish exports to the US grew slightly in 2024
With US trade at the forefront of the news cycle, Fepex has revealed that fresh produce shipments climbed in volume and value last year, albeit from a low base
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ArticleUS imposes further tariffs on China
China’s countermeasures target US agricultural and food products
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ArticleAgrovision appoints Jim Trahanas as CTO
Former McKinsey CTO brings extensive experience in leading transformative technology initiatives
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NewsDel Monte appoints Deema Anani as CCO for specialty ingredients
Anani joins Nizar Haddad and Imad Farhat in leading Fresh Del Monte’s Biomass initiative
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ArticleMexican F&V exports to US could fall by one-third with extra tariffs
Further taxes announced by Trump on imports of agricultural products would slash exports by 35.12 per cent says consultancy firm
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NewsUS consumers ‘will pay more’ after tariffs come into effect
Leading expert in agricultural economics predicts Trump duty will mean higher prices for Mexican avocados
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ArticleAnother bumper crop expected for Washington apples
Despite initial forecasts, mid-season packouts have 2024/25 crop at 134.6mn cartons – just under 2023/24’s second largest in history which had growers barely breaking even
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ArticleTrump to go ahead with tariffs on Canada and Mexico
US tariffs on Canada and Mexico will happen on Tuesday, says commerce chief
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ArticleMexico’s Finka opts for Source.ag’s precision-enhancing solutions
A leading high-tech greenhouse tomato grower in Mexico is seeking to enhance precision and efficiency in its operations through Source.ag’s cutting-edge solutions
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NewsNorth Carolina dedicates month to sweet potatoes
Governor Josh Stein proclaims February ’North Carolina Sweetpotato Month’ in recognition of the product’s significance to the state
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NewsStudy suggests Vidre+ “keeps peppers fresh for longer”
Mexican study finds Fresh Inset’s 1-MCP technology could help peppers stay firmer for more than 21 days
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ArticleWonderful Citrus celebrates 75-year anniversary
To celebrate its anniversary, the company is bringing back its original namesake brand, Paramount Citrus
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NewsIFPA urges US congress to tackle agriculture issues
Association says that labour, regulatory and economic crises are threatening the future of US fresh produce
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ArticleUS port workers ratify new six-year contract
Move ends months of uncertainty at US East and Gulf Coast ports
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NewsDole reports on “very strong” 2024 results
Reveune climbs 2.8 per cent while company highlights “strong operational performance” last year
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ArticleHAB unveils its 2025 Nutrition Marketing Plan
Campaign will target health professionals and general and Hispanic consumers
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NewsEFI awarded US$1.2mn Walmart Foundation Grant
US organisaton awarded funding to advance ethical labour practices and strengthen workforce development across the produce industry
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ArticleYamaha launches agriculture arm with the acquisition of Robotics Plus and The Yield
Acquisition follows years of strategic investment into the businesses by Yamaha