Month: November 2023

Sun World Expands Import Footprint in North America 

November 21, 2023 Sun World International

Sun World International today announced it has added eight importers to its panel of North American licensees. These include Canadawide Fruits, Direct Source Marketing, Flavor Farms, Fresh Latina, International Produce Group (IPG), Pandol Bros, Sbrocco International and Sun Fresh International. The appointments further expand the company’s licensed importers to 28 companies. The new importers join a distinguished list of Sun World licensed importers in North America. …

Ken Melban and Terry Splane to Serve as Co-Executive Leaders of California Avocado Commission

November 21, 2023 California Avocado Commission

At its November 16 Board meeting, the newly-elected California Avocado Commission Board of Directors named current CAC Vice President of Industry Affairs and Operations, Ken Melban, and Vice President of Marketing Terry Splane as co-executive leaders of the organization, effective immediately. During the same meeting the Board elected its new slate of officers, including California avocado growers Jason Cole, chair; Rachael Laenen, vice chair; Daryn Miller, secretary; and Maureen Cottingham, treasurer. …

The Chilean Blueberry Committee Issues Revised Estimate for 2023-24 Season

November 21, 2023 Chilean Blueberry Committee

The Chilean Blueberry Committee, together with iQonsulting, have updated their export estimate for the 2023-2024 season, forecasting exports of 76,500 tons of fresh blueberries. This new figure reflects a decrease of 7% compared to the first estimate made in October, and a decrease of 13% from 2022-23. …

Vidre+ Aims to Extend Mushroom Freshness and Boost Commercial Value

November 21, 2023 Fresh Inset

Food tech from Poland has a solution that can retain champignon freshness for 14 days. New trials commissioned by Fresh Inset indicated also that its technology slows down mushroom browning. This advancement may empower the industry to improve profitability by extending the shelf-life of fresh mushrooms. …

Ocean Mist Fondly Remembers Industry Pioneer, Ed Boutonnet

November 21, 2023 Ocean Mist Farms

Ocean Mist Farms, the leading grower and marketer of fresh artichokes in North America, mourns the passing of beloved former President and CEO, visionary and industry titan, Ed Boutonnet. …