All United States articles – Page 3
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NewsFresh Del Monte reports sales and profit growth in Q2
The global fresh produce giant has announced increased net sales and profit for the second quarter of 2025, driven by strong performance in fresh and value-added products
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NewsBayer advances registration for groundbreaking herbicide icafolin-methyl
Bayer is advancing registration applications for icafolin-methyl, agriculture’s first new mode of action for post-emergent weed control in over 30 years, with estimated peak sales potential of €750mn
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NewsUSHBC launches ‘Blueberries Go Big’ marketing campaign
The US Highbush Blueberry Council has unveiled a new marketing initiative that aims to forge stronger emotional connections with consumers while highlighting the fruit’s significant benefits in every bite
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NewsSouth African citrus crop set to exceed 180mn cartons
South Africa’s citrus industry is on track to exceed 180mn cartons this season, representing an 11 per cent increase from May forecasts, with lemons and mandarins showing particularly strong growth
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NewsSouth African citrus growers pile pressure on president Ramaphosa
With just days before US tariffs triple from 10 per cent to 30 per cent, South Africa’s citrus industry has made an urgent appeal to president Cyril Ramaphosa to intervene and secure an extension that would save the current export season
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NewsIFPA backs Reagan-Udall Foundation’s produce safety roadmap
The International Fresh Produce Association has voiced support for the Reagan-Udall Foundation’s new produce safety framework, while emphasising the need for risk-based approaches and adequate resources
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NewsOppy begins Southern Hemisphere Envy apple imports
The global apple programme will deliver uninterrupted supply of the premium variety with imports from New Zealand beginning in early August
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NewsFidelio to acquire Nordic Capital’s stake in Greenfood
Stockholm-based investment group Fidelio set to acquire Nordic Capital’s majority stake in fresh produce marketer Greenfood, building on its 15-year minority shareholding to support the company’s international growth ambitions
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NewsNorth American produce industry urges leaders to resolve tariff disputes
Joint letter to US, Mexican and Canadian premiers highlights severe consequences of tariffs impose on growers, exporters, retailers, and consumers
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NewsBlueberry supplier Family Tree Farms expands EU and UK sales teams
Both Carla San Martin Burneo and Chris Taylor bring extensive experience in soft fruit sales as producer continues to supply top European retailers with premium blueberries
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NewsBiome Makers releases 2024 Impact Report
Company said report shows power of data-driven soil intelligence to profitability, resilience, and sustainability
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NewsBrazilian mango and grape exports to US at risk from tariff plan
Brazilian fruit association warns that exports of mangoes and grapes to the US are under serious threat from planned tariffs set to take effect in August
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NewsFlorida citrus growers to benefit from US$675.9mn hurricane recovery assistance program
Citrus producers in Florida are set to receive critical financial support as part of a substantial hurricane recovery package
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NewsUS tariffs force South African fruit exporters to rethink strategy
South African fruit exporters are preparing for significant market disruption as impending US tariffs force a strategic pivot toward alternative destinations in Europe, the Middle East and Asia
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NewsSweet potato industry pays tribute to Johnny Barnes
US agriculture sector mourns loss of Johnny Barnes, founder of the American Sweet Potato Marketing Institute and pioneering figure in North Carolina agriculture, who has died aged 61
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NewsSouth African citrus exports to US face tariff deadline
South African citrus exporters are racing against time as their conventional reefer programme to the US enters its final phase before new tariffs take effect on 1 August
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NewsSuperfresh Growers mourns death of Kevin Kershaw
Longtime leader in the agriculture industry worked for many years in the Kershaw Companies
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NewsDriscoll’s Sweetest Batch blackberries win top snack award
Company secures another prestigious accolade as Sweetest Batch blackberries win in best blackberry category at Good Housekeeping’s 2025 Snack Awards
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AnalysisUS Northwest pear industry set for production rebound in 2025/26
After several seasons of reduced volumes, Oregon and Washington pear growers are anticipating a significant production increase for 2025/26, with plans to strategically expand exports despite global market challenges
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NewsGCCA welcomes EU stockpiling strategy but highlights major gaps
Association calls for more clarity on key questions for the food cold chain