All articles by Gill McShane – Page 71
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Costa Rica bananas target Middle East
The country’s banana suppliers see clear opportunities to tap into Middle Eastern demand for high-quality and healthy products
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Trade predicts table grape shortage
Supplies from the Southern Hemisphere are forecast to be scarce on the European market from November onwards
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Marco to expand US success
Packhouse solutions provider Marco will introduce its highly successful waste management system at the WGA Annual Convention
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Wal-Mart updates growth plans
The retailer says its global expansion will outpace the US where the company is focusing on smaller stores and remodeling rather than supercenters
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SunnyRidge unveils new developments
The berry marketer has appointed a product manager and opened a distribution center to support its domestic and overseas programs
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School meals overhaul gains pace
The Institute of Medicine has recommended that more fruits and vegetables be included in US school meals following extensive lobbying by United Fresh
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Earthcycle inks distribution deal
The environmentally responsible packaging manufacturer has entered into an agreement with Crawford SupplyLINE to distribute its products in eastern Canada
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TV exposure to support blues drive
Blueberries from South America will be promoted in the UK via a brand-new television advertising campaign starting this month
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Del Monte whole Cantaloupe recalled
Northern California retailer Raley’s has removed the fresh melon line from its shelves due to suspected salmonella contamination
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US tightens bell pepper access
Dutch peppers have been banned and Canadian supplies are restricted under a temporary US import rule
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CPMA plans 5 to 10 A Day facelift
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association is seeking to further raise awareness of the importance of eating a wide range of fresh produce every day
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Sam’s Club expands Fairtrade offer
Sales of Fairtrade bananas at the US-based retailer have generated some US$615,000 in community funds since the program launched
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US industry leaders unite in GAP effort
Key representatives from across the US produce industry are joining forces under a new audit harmonization initiative for food safety
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Oppenheimer unveils fresh blueberry deal
This season's roll-out of Oppenheimer’s new fresh blueberry program with Ocean Spray will be cross promoted with blueberry juice
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Pandol focuses on employee health
The table grape giant recently joined the local community together in Delano, California, for a one-day health fair
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Winn-Dixie appoints new grocery VP
The appointment of former Bi-Lo executive Robert Mould comes alongside a merchandising and marketing staff reshuffle
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Industry calls for riskiest foods clarification
The Top 10 Riskiest Foods list presents “misleading picture” for US consumers, state United Fresh and PMA
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Chilean frosts impact new season fruit
Table grape and stonefruit suppliers in northern Chile remain on high alert as further frosts are predicted to hit this weekend
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Chile posts record citrus season
The first US-bound shipments of navel oranges have exceeded expectations, with increased volume also registered in other citrus categories
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Del Monte launches single finger bananas
Distributed in new controlled-ripening packaging, the single finger banana will target “on the go” consumers in North America