All United States articles – Page 10
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NewsUSDA awards US$8.3mn to expand specialty crop exports
The US Department of Agriculture has allocated US$8.3mn in funding to help 11 recipients address trade barriers and expand international market access for specialty crops through its Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops programme
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NewsFailed marriages boost frozen produce sales
Rising divorce rates and smaller households have brought new opportunities for fresh suppliers looking to diversify into frozen as first container of frozen Peruvian avocados arrives in China
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NewsNFL quarterback Caleb Williams invests in berry brand Fruitist
Sports star buys into premium berry brand, supporting its healthy snacking mission as it continues rapid commercial growth across North American retail
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NewsCarrier Transicold launches upgrade service for refrigerated units
Company launches new upgrade service for PrimeLine designed to help users reduce input and maintenance costs
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News‘Sky is the limit’ for fresh suppliers moving into dried
There is strong opportunity for fresh fruit suppliers to diversify into dried fruit or nuts thanks to commonality among consumers and growth in key markets, according to speakers at a new Asiafruit Showcase session
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NewsSun World teams up with Pairwise to develop pitless cherries
New JV combines advanced plant breeding technology with global fruit expertise to deliver consumer-desired traits
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NewsFall Creek names Marc de Beer new CEO
Blueberry genetics specialist Fall Creek Farm & Nursery has appointed Marc de Beer as chief executive officer, bringing two decades of leadership experience in animal nutrition and genetics to drive the company’s next phase of global growth
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NewsPlant Sciences Genetics expands global berry breeding operations
California-based Plant Sciences Genetics has quadrupled its EMEA operations over the past decade through strategic partnerships and key berry commercialisation, with plans to launch new raspberry varieties across Europe and Africa in 2026
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NewsSouth Africa eyes promising stonefruit season despite challenges
South African stonefruit growers are looking ahead to a positive season following last year’s significant volume increases, though US tariffs present new challenges
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NewsFruitist beefs up finance team ahead of expected IPO
Rich Sullivan named CFO and Thomas Seifert and June Yang appointed to board of directors
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NewsCalifornia Table Grape Commission launches global marketing campaign to support autumn crop
Campaign utilises multi-channel promotions and key festive celebrations to boost consumption
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NewsSun World spotlights late-season variety innovation
Breeder welcomed more than 300 guests to August 2025 Field Day Event
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NewsDriscoll’s appoints Jiunn Shih as first global marketing chief
Appointment reunites former Zespri executive with ex-CEO Dan Mathieson, and underscores company’s commitment to strengthening global brand presence
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NewsIFPA backs White House nutrition report to boost produce consumption
The International Fresh Produce Association has welcomed the second report from the White House’s Make America Healthy Again Commission, emphasising that fruits and vegetables are essential to improving national health outcomes
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NewsMission Produce reports Q3 revenue growth of 10 per cent
Avocado specialist Mission Produce has reported a 10 per cent increase in total revenue to US$357.7mn for the third quarter, driven by higher volumes from Peru and Mexico
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NewsMurdock companies to sell Dole shares worth US$158m
Castle & Cooke Holdings and The Murdock Group to divest all remaining holdings in world’s largest fresh produce company, concluding Murdock’s four-decade connection with the business
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NewsApeel Sciences sues wellness influencer over ‘toxic’ coating claims
California-based company files lawsuit against wellness influencer Robyn Openshaw, alleging she conducted years-long disinformation campaign against company’s plant-based produce coatings
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NewsIBO launches BlueCareers platform for blueberry industry recruitment
The International Blueberry Organization has created a specialised recruitment platform to connect employers with qualified professionals across the global blueberry sector
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NewsFreshfel slams “asymmetric” EU-US trade deal for fresh produce
The European fresh produce association has voiced strong opposition to what it describes as an unfair trade agreement that removes tariffs for US exporters while maintaining significant barriers for EU producers
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NewsMission Produce to showcase avocado programmes at Asia Fruit Logistica
The avocado specialist will present its diversified sourcing strategy and ripening expertise as supply transitions from Peru to Mexico, New Zealand and Chile