All North America articles – Page 6
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NewsApeam exports more than 96,000 tonnes of avos to US for Cinco de Mayo
The celebration represents one of the peak avocado consumption seasons in the US, along with the Super Bowl.
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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