Produce Crops
Calavo’s packinghouses in Michoacán and Jalisco are “the foundation of our Mexican avocado sourcing programs,” says Peter Shore, vice president of produce management.
The “Remember, They’re Wonderful” campaign’s TV spots put an emphasis on the word “Wonderful” on the bag — and what consumers should expect inside.
Bako Sweet is offering tips for and partnering with retailers to transform holiday produce displays.
California-based Natural Delights hosted 30 fresh-produce leaders and influencers from across the globe in an annual harvest tour that included hands-on learning, networking and food.
Hailing from Italy and Greece, Red Passion-branded red kiwifruit is grown under a protective layer of plastic to deliver a consistent and high-quality eating experience, according to Oppy.
The USDA earmarked half of its emergency fund to respond to exotic fruit fly outbreaks in California, which threaten the fresh produce industry in the state.
In its latest apple holding report, the U.S. Apple Association said inventories are up 20% more than the five-year average and higher than this same time last year.
Largest exporters of table grapes, Chile and Peru, to lead a discussion on changes in buying habits, headwinds in the export industry amid production increases.
Year-round grower-shipper and marketer of fresh fruit said adding production helps the company provide its PureHeart mini watermelon 52 weeks a year.
Castroville, Calif.-based Ocean Mist Farms says its winter artichoke season in Coachella, Calif., is well underway, peaking with harvests of its Gold Standard (green globe) artichokes.
Wonderful Citrus, which recently marked its fifth season with Wonderful Seedless Lemons, says it’s focused on providing retail partners and consumers with a consistent supply of its high-quality fruit.
The Wenatchee, Wash.-based company says retailers will benefit from another four months of the variety’s availability, with Juici deliveries expected through May.
Chilean stone fruit growers and exporters believe that exports will reach 35.3 million boxes in 2023-24, an increase of 15% over last season.
Rio Rico, Ariz.-based SunFed expects to move slightly more Mexican produce in 2024 compared to last year, despite weather challenges early in the year.
The time is now for retail promotions of Mexican produce, distributors say.
Rio Rico, Ariz.-based Ciruli Brothers is aiming for a 10% increase in its volume of Mexican produce this year, said Chris Ciruli, chief operating officer.
Heirloom navels are available at Bee Sweet Citrus, further expanding their line of winter citrus varieties.
A proposed rule from the USDA would increase the assessment rate for Florida citrus for the 2023-24 fiscal year and subsequent years. Comments on the proposal must be received by March 4.
Little Leaf Farms, a Devens, Mass.-based indoor grower, said the new salad kit celebrates corporate office workers’ love of salads for lunch by offering a “five-star dining event.”
Fresh Farms says it is also developing creative marketing solutions to help its retail customers maximize their return on investment.
The company has an organic mango program, as well as an organic valencia and grapefruit program that supplies the market demand from November through June, says Jason Laffer, vice president of sales.
The USDA has recently reviewed a lowered-glucose potato and three other plants modified using genetic engineering.
The fresh apples are to be distributed to child nutrition and other related domestic food assistance programs for fiscal year 2024.
The kiwifruit marketer has planned marketing around the season’s first shipments of New Zealand kiwifruit, set to hit stores mid-May.
The company says it expects strong imports of Autumncrisp and Ruby Rush grapes for the season that will begin in mid-May.
In the U.S. Apple Association’s latest report, fresh and processing apple numbers remain higher than last year and the five-year average for holdings.
Despite supply challenges, the mango market continues to grow, says Dan Spellman, director of marketing for the National Mango Board.
The company plans for a free event to celebrate all things banana on April 17 in Florida, and it invites fans to share bright and yellow memories through social media posts.
Congress is allocating an additional $500,000 in federal funding on top of $1 million granted last year to expand the program into California.
Peak volume of California cherries is expected on May 18 for the Dinuba, Calif.-based marketer.