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The two Wenatchee, Wash.-based fruit companies are partnering to expand the combined apple, pear and cherry offerings.

The Hispanic grocer has expanded its partnership with Upside, a digital marketplace that connects consumers with brick-and-mortar retailers through personalized offers that help them save on products they already buy.

The USDA has announced the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee will meet Nov. 2-3.

Rains from Hurricane Hilary caused variable damage to the fresh grape vineyards of Bari Produce LLC, says Justin Bedwell, president of the Fresno, Calif.-based marketer.

CMI Orchards expects abundant volume and excellent quality for its 2023 pear crop.

Peruvian onion supplies are increasing for Bland Farms, says Sloan Lott, director of sales.

The Houston-based dVida Co. says it’s on schedule to ship over 2 million pounds of Ecuadorian mango this year and has recently added yellow and red dragon fruit to its portfolio.

Domex Superfresh Growers is forecasting its 2023 pear crop will be down just slightly from last year.

U.S. imports of Peruvian onions have increased from 130,807 metric tons in 2018 to 164,734 metric tons in 2022, according to statistics from the USDA.

It looks like a good year ahead for California’s pistachio, almond and walnut crops, despite a slightly delayed harvest because of winter and spring rainfall and some cooler-than-usual temperatures.