Latest News From South America

Sun World and Divine Flavor have confirmed a strategic collaboration agreement that they say could alter table grape imports to North American markets.

The Santa Cruz, Calif.-based organic fruit importer launches the 10th season of its organic Peruvian winter table grape program.

Global export volume for Chilean fresh blueberries estimated at just under 100,000 for the 2022/23 winter season.

GrubMarket has acquired domestic and imported fruit marketer Bengard Marketing Inc.

Asparagus breeder and seed company Walker Brothers Inc., Pittsgrove, N.J., recently added Pedro Cisneros Zevallos in Peru.

As mango shipments from Mexico start to wind down, imports from Brazil already are picking up, and Ecuador and Peru won’t be far behind, importers say.

The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted the Orlando, Fla.-based National Mango Board to tweak its promotional programs and adapt to retailers’ new ways of doing business, said Marissa Khan, marketing manager.

Sun World International LLC has opened an office in Peru to support its fruit licensing in the region.

Berry growers and trade associations in the U.S., Mexico and South America are pledging to use 100% recycle-ready packaging for all fresh berries by 2025.

Del Monte Fresh Produce North America Inc., Coral Gables, is introducing pineapple tags to highlight sustainability efforts.

Terra Exports, Las Vegas, has hired Manuel Escandon, who is based in Chile, as part of its South American expansion.

Terra Exports, Las Vegas, has hired Manuel Escandon, who is based in Chile, as part of its South American expansion.

Crystal Valley Foods, Miami, has hired Anthony Leombruno as retail sales associate.