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It’s almost summer in the Southern Hemisphere, which means it’s time for Chilean fruit. Here’s what to expect for commodities, quality and volume.

The foreign material identification accuracy of Tomra Food’s sorting and grading solutions has won an International FoodTec Award.

Reusable plastic containers for bananas aim to significantly reduce food waste, carbon emissions and operational costs and preserve the fruit’s health, the companies say.

Reed will report to CEO and Chairman Pete Van Helden and will be responsible for the financial accountability of the company.

Dale Murden, president of the trade association Texas Citrus Mutual, shares an outlook for fresh citrus output and how it compares with last season.

With an extensive marketing campaign with Hallmark Channel, the Envy apple once again expects to be the “The Ultimate Holiday Apple.”

“I did not expect this path for my life,” said Evan Ehlers, founder of Sharing Excess on this “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast episode.

Modest food and beverage volume growth is expected next year after three consecutive years of volume declines, according to a new report from retail data firm Circana.

John Freitas’ experience includes serving as vice president of sales and marketing for Fresh Origins and, most recently, head of foodservice for AeroFarms.

More than 500 attendees, buyers and exhibitors attended the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas’ inaugural Southwest International Produce Expo.