Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Jaime Bustamante with the Fruit and Vegetable Dispute Resolution Corporation

“We help companies across continents resolve disputes”

In some cases, the sale or purchase of fresh produce doesn’t go according to plan and results in a dispute. Disputes may arise due to issues related to the quality of the product, its condition upon arrival, or disagreements regarding the fairness of the return or liquidation offered by the buyer. Taking…

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SnapDragon apple harvest promising despite weather challenges

Apple growers in New York state had to deal with a challenging growing season. “Conditions were not perfect this year due to a late blossom, early fruit-set freeze, and some hail throughout the summer,” says Jessica Wells with Crunch Time Apple Growers. As a result, the state’s total apple production is…

Consumption of fresh Haskap berries has benefited from pandemic

Ten years ago, no one knew what a Haskap berry was,” says Samuel Côté with Haskap Producers in Canada. With more and more information becoming available about their health benefits, the popularity of Haskap berries has taken off and continues to grow. “In addition to terrific health benefits, Haskap…

Newer proprietary red grape varietal coming to an end for the season

As the end of September closes in, one California grape grower is looking towards wrapping up the season on a proprietary variety that it discovered in its fields more than 10 years ago. Mirabella Farms Inc.’s now proprietary variety, the Red Malibu Seedless grape, was discovered then but has been…

Revamp of Cara Cara orange program

Health is still top-of-mind as consumers continue to seek out products that play a role in supporting holistic lifestyles and The Pink Orange, Cara Cara, is no exception. Orange on the outside and pink on the inside, Caras get their pink interior from the antioxidant lycopene. Offering 100 percent of the…

Pink co-branded tag for asparagus during breast cancer awareness month

Farm Direct Supply (FDS), a global supplier of fresh fruit and vegetables, is proud to announce the continuation of its partnership with the National Breast Cancer Foundation…

University of Minnesota unveils new 'Kudos' apples

The University of Minnesota has unveiled a new apple variety, to become available in coming years. Last week, the U of M’s College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource…

Ecuador's dragon fruit industry eager to supply more volume to new market of China

The Chinese market’s admission of yellow dragon fruit from Ecuador this year presents the South American country with a great opportunity to boost their exports. Gabriela Vallejo, who calls herself the Tropical Queen and head of sales for Ecuafields, a producer and exporter from Ecuador says: “The…

Scientists claim that garlic breath can be fixed by eating natural yogurt

Garlic lovers will know that, while the pungent ingredient adds a lot of flavor to many otherwise bland dishes, it is also known to cause bad breath. However, scientists at…

Safeway Fresh Foods recalls Sunnyside Farms Organic Butternut Squash

Safeway Fresh Foods of Vineland, NJ, is recalling its 32-oz. Diced Organic Butternut Squash product as it has the potential to be contaminated with Escherichia coli O45. E.…

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Pete Pappas & Sons welcomes new director of fresh perishables

Pete Pappas & Sons welcomes Terry Thornsberry as director of fresh perishables to its sales team. Thornsberry is a second-generation produce man and industry veteran with 40…

Pink co-branded tag for asparagus during breast cancer awareness month

Farm Direct Supply (FDS), a global supplier of fresh fruit and vegetables, is proud to announce the continuation of its partnership with the National Breast Cancer Foundation…

Fyffes publishes second sustainability report and progress on targets

"Our production markets of Latin America and our consumption markets in North America and Europe repurpose food loss into nutritious healthy meals"

Fyffes published today its second sustainability report, which highlights the company’s progress towards its 13 sustainability targets during 2021 and 2022. These targets have been set against a 2020 baseline year and are expected to be met by 2030. Fyffes targets are aligned with the UN Sustainable…

T&G Fresh opens new site for fresh produce trading in Auckland

New Zealand’s largest grower and distributor of fresh produce, T&G Fresh, opened the doors to its new Auckland fresh produce market this week at 113A Carbine Road, Mt…

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Food safety system gives growers and consumers peace of mind

Food producers have a plethora of documents going back and forth these days, much of it to comply with the various food safety standards, and to backdate or generate documents before a scheduled audit constitutes fraudulent behaviour. Sometimes documentation slips through and staff forget – but that need…

Jordi Ferre joins Coolsan Australia’s mission to get more food to more mouths

Coolsan Australia is proud to announce the appointment of Jordi Ferre (ex CEO AgroFresh/Alvinesa Natural Ingredients) to head up their Global ULD-HPV ChillSafe Strategy and…

Ridder celebrates 70 years

Ridder is celebrating its 70th anniversary. The family-owned company in the field of technology for protected horticulture has a rich history of innovation, growth, and dedication to customers and employees. CEO Pascal Piepers says, "Ridder is a unique company. The 'Ridder feeling' stands for commitment, entrepreneurship, and…

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SnapDragon apple harvest promising despite weather challenges

Apple growers in New York state had to deal with a challenging growing season. “Conditions were not perfect this year due to a late blossom, early fruit-set freeze, and some hail throughout the summer,” says Jessica Wells with Crunch Time Apple Growers. As a result, the state’s total apple production is…

BerryWorld remains true to principles as it approaches 30th anniversary year

In 2023, as the BerryWorld Group approaches the completion of its third decade as a berry expert, the Group continues to make significant strides with its varietal portfolio.…

University of Minnesota unveils new 'Kudos' apples

The University of Minnesota has unveiled a new apple variety, to become available in coming years. Last week, the U of M’s College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource…

97% of Mexican berries go to the United States and Canada

According to Juan José Flores, the general director of the National Association of Berry Exporters (Aneberries), domestic consumption is increasing. Currently, according to…

Newer proprietary red grape varietal coming to an end for the season

As the end of September closes in, one California grape grower is looking towards wrapping up the season on a proprietary variety that it discovered in its fields more than 10 years ago. Mirabella Farms Inc.’s now proprietary variety, the Red Malibu Seedless grape, was discovered then but has been…

Asian market has lots of potential for Portuguese grapes

The start of the Portuguese grape season has been satisfying, with possibilities to enter new markets, states Susana Ferreira, marketing director of Portuguese grape exporter Vale da Rosa: “The Portuguese grape market is running normally and as expected so far. The seeded grapes season has ended and we…

Consumption of fresh Haskap berries has benefited from pandemic

Ten years ago, no one knew what a Haskap berry was,” says Samuel Côté with Haskap Producers in Canada. With more and more information becoming available about their health benefits, the popularity of Haskap berries has taken off and continues to grow. “In addition to terrific health benefits, Haskap…

Morocco wants to exceed 100,000 tons in blueberry exports

The international speakers and attendees at the XXVIII International Blueberry Seminar confirmed that the blueberry industry in Morocco is quite a consolidated sector. The…

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