Month: April 2011

The successful European Flavors project, aimed at promoting the taste and quality of European fruit and vegetables, kicks off in Canada for its second three-year activity cycle which is scheduled to end in 2013. The three-year project, recently renewed for further three years, is financed by the EU, the Italian government and the CSO. …

Peppers and tomatoes on the vine seems to have a longer shelf life in PLA packaging compared to the products that are packed in traditional synthetic materials. This was proven by research conducted by the University of Wageningen (Food &Biobased Research Dept) commissioned by Eosta (marketer of organic fruit and vegetables), Taghleef Industries (manufacturer of packaging foils) and Bio4Pack (marketer of bioplastics). …

Purity Organic Produces (formerly Pacific Organic Produce) Argentine organic pear program is expected to deliver more than double the volume over last years level. Increased demand for the organic category and the Purity Organic brand, continued investment in superior shipping technology, and optimal growing conditions in 2010 have all resulted in unprecedented yearover- year growth for the Purity Organic pear program from this region. …

With the news that industry programs for California peaches and nectarines have been voted out by growers, California pear farmers want everyone to know that their marketing order is active and efforts are underway to make the program even more valuable for both growers and retail customers. …