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Peruvian fresh avocado exports fell in volume 7% but grew in value 25% in 2024

In 2024, Peru’s fresh avocado exports stood out for their performance in terms of value, despite a decrease in the...

3 months ago 2 minute read

Driscoll’s offers Valentine’s Day berry packaging

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Driscoll’s Inc. BB #:116044, Watsonville, CA, will offer its exclusive heart-shaped clamshell packaging at...

3 months ago 1 minute read

Consumer Stress Index finds grocery spend getting squeezed as consumers prioritize ‘wants’ and optimize ‘needs’

CHICAGO, Jan. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Kearney Consumer Institute (KCI), an internal think tank of global strategy and management consultancy Kearney, today released its...

3 months ago 4 minute read

Superfresh Growers releases demographic insights for Pink Lady apples

January 27, 2025 YAKIMA, WA. – Superfresh Growers BB #:113721 reveals new insights from two national retailers’ databases reveal intriguing...

3 months ago 3 minute read

FPAA adds food safety to Spring Policy Summit

January 27, 2025 (Tubac, AZ) – The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) BB #:144354 is pleased to announce...

3 months ago 2 minute read

Taylor Farms releases six new Chopped Salad Bowls

SALINAS, Calif. (January 28, 2025) – Taylor Farms BB #:193361, North America’s leading producer of ready-to-eat salads and healthy fresh...

3 months ago 4 minute read

Avocados From Mexico promotes ‘Guac Dream Team’ with Rob Gronkowski for Super Bowl promos

DALLAS, Jan. 28, 2025 — The Big Game is made up of big wins. Big energy. Big memories. And Avocados...

3 months ago 6 minute read

NatureSweet partners with Barilla for flavorful meal campaign

SAN ANTONIO, TX, January 28, 2025 — NatureSweet, BB #:152351 the trailblazer in premium produce, is proud to join forces...

3 months ago 5 minute read

GrubMarket acquires Asian produce wholesaler

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — GrubMarket BB #:301166, the AI-powered technology enabler and digital transformer of the American...

3 months ago 5 minute read

Peruvian mandarin exports top $300 million in 2024

Although the year began with moderate results, 2024 fresh mandarin exports from Peru experienced an upturn starting in June, recording...

3 months ago 2 minute read

CAC projects largest avocado harvest in five years

IRVINE, Calif. (January 27, 2025) – The 2025 California avocado harvest is now projected to be in the range of...

3 months ago 3 minute read

Ag secretary nominee says farmer payments could offset losses from tariffs

President Trump’s pick to lead USDA says she would consider direct payments to farmers to offset losses from proposed tariffs,...

3 months ago 1 minute read

Strong winds and wildfires affecting Oxnard, CA crops

Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 released this crop update January 23, 2025: Please see this Markon Live video from the Fields...

3 months ago 1 minute read

Procacci Brothers’ president announces retirement

PHILADELPHIA, PA – January 24, 2024 – Procacci Brothers BB #:104174, a leader in the produce industry, announces the retirement...

3 months ago 3 minute read

ERP provider Prophet adds to leadership staff

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA – January 21, 2025 – Bryan Barsness, a seasoned leader with a wealth of experience in agriculture,...

3 months ago 3 minute read

The Produce Reporter Week in Review – January 24, 2025

Snow days in the south are sure to snag logistics, but the snag coming for the Super Bowl avocado supply...

3 months ago 1 minute read

Pacific Trellis Fruit welcomes marketing manager

LOS ANGELES, CA, January 24, 2025 –- Pacific Trellis Fruit BB #:164166, a leading importer, grower, and marketer of premium...

3 months ago 2 minute read

Natural Delights prepares retailers for Ramadan dates

YUMA, Ariz. (Jan. 23, 2025) – With the impending New Moon, Natural Delights BB #:163391 is preparing their retailers with...

3 months ago 4 minute read

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