All North America articles – Page 4
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Chilean exporters prepare for US port strike
With the first blueberry shipments due in a few weeks, exporters hope for swift resolution to conflict
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Watercress industry bids farewell to pioneer Malcolm Isaac
Former boss of Hampshire Watercress and Vitacress Sales launched UK’s first pre-packed salad and persuaded M&S to run its first-ever TV advert for food
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Frutura announces sustainability milestones
Agrícola Don Ricardo becomes first Frutura company to achieve B Corp Certification
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Zespri ‘closely monitoring’ US port situation
Company expects minimal impact as NZ kiwifruit exports come to a close, but will assess need for alternatives
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World’s largest vertical berry farm opens in the US
Plenty and Driscoll’s look forward to first harvest in early 2025 after highly advanced centre in Virginia begins production
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GPG and F2 secure new UC Davis strawberry licences
Renowned US breeding centre has reached new international agreements with UK-based Global Plant Genetics and Mexican group Fresa Fortaleza
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Del Monte recognised as Humankind 100 Company once more
Global fresh produce company earns spot on the 2024 Humankind 100 list for its significant and positive impact on critical areas
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Berries ZA casts its net wider in the East
As South African blueberry exports to traditional markets move into full gear, there are also efforts to increase access in the East
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US could ‘run out of bananas’ as port strike looms
Major disruption to imports expected if port workers’ union follows up on threat to take industrial action from 1 October
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Van der Hoeven announces opening of fully automated leafy greens facility
Better Future Farms, a greenhouse complex the size of 34 football pitches in Louisa County, Virginia, will produce and supply leafy greens
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Optimism for Mexican berries after tough 2023
Climate change has had a major impact on volumes, but the introduction of new varieties offers hope for the future of the industry
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Health and sustainability put Greenyard on path to €5.4bn sales target
Founder Hein Deprez says group is uniquely placed to capitalise on two major trends in global food market
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Organic market ‘booming’ for certain produce categories
Italian marketer VIP and Dutch importer Eosta report significant growth in demand for key products like apples, grapes, and mangoes
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Global table grape trade records lowest levels of exports in four seasons
Rabobank report forecasts trade to rebound next season with weather-affected countries showing signs of recovery
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Abrafrutas targets new growth for Brazilian fruit
Industry leader Guilherme Coelho tells president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva about fruit sector’s “essential role”
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Plenty on Canada’s plate
Canadian trade body CPMA has a lot to think about this year, from protecting the industry’s interests on packaging to helping boost fresh produce consumption, according to president Ron Lemaire
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Varda joins EU’s DeepHorizon soil health project
Project aims to improve understanding of subsoil in maintaining crucial soil health in the face of climate change
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Pairwise secures new funding and begins JV with Corteva
US gene editing specialist receives backing for advanced breeding of new products like seedless blackberries, stoneless cherries, and wind-resistant corn
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Probiotic produce enhances gut health
Danny Weiss, chief executive officer of Wonder Veggies, introduces Fruitnet to its unique probiotic-infused fruit and vegetable concept
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Mastronardi buys out BerryWorld’s share of joint venture
Supplier retains exclusive right to sell BerryWorld’s premium varieties in North America, and companies commit to continued collaboration