Month: February 2024

The World Apple and Pear Association Presents its Annual Southern Hemisphere Crop Forecast

February 14, 2024 World Apple and Pear Association

On the occasion of its Annual General Meeting in Fruit Logistica, the World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA) has released the Southern Hemisphere apple and pear crop forecast for the upcoming season. According to the forecast, which consolidates the data from Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, New Zealand, and South Africa, apple production is set to grow by 1,1% compared to 2023, while the pear crop is expected to decrease by 2,3%. …

FPAA Hosts Governor Katie Hobbs for Discussions on Produce Industry, Tomatoes and Border Infrastructure

February 14, 2024 Fresh Produce Association of the Americas

In a landmark visit, the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) was honored to host the Honorable Governor Katie Hobbs at its headquarters for a roundtable discussion. The visit, which included a panel discussion with leaders in the produce industry, brought to light vital topics such as the effort to preserve the 2019 Tomato Suspension Agreement (TSA), port of entry challenges, staffing issues, and area infrastructure needs. …

Superfresh Orchard Update: Water Reservoirs & Cascadian Snowpack

February 14, 2024 Superfresh Growers

Dave Gleason, Horticulturist and Proprietary Variety Developer, discusses the transition to high-density orchard systems for efficiency and safety in the February Superfresh Growers® Orchard Update. He emphasizes the importance of water management in their arid region, highlighting the need to monitor river flows and reservoir levels. Despite nature’s unpredictability, Dave encourages appreciation for its beauty and resilience. …

Trace Register & Wholechain First Seafood Traceability Providers to Achieve Interoperability at Scale

February 13, 2024 Trace Register

Leading seafood traceability solutions providers Trace Register and Wholechain announce a groundbreaking development for the seafood industry: interoperability between two different traceability systems based on Global Dialogue on Seafood Traceability (GDST) compatibility standards. …

Believer Meats Expands Leadership Team as it Prepares for Next Phase of Commercialization

February 13, 2024 Believer Meats

Believer Meats, a leading pioneer of the cultivated meat industry, announced three new executive leadership appointments: Heather Hudson as Chief Product & Growth Officer; Frida Grynspan as Chief Science Officer; and Marc Shelley as Chief Legal Officer. These seasoned veterans bring extensive and complementary experience to the Believer Meats executive leadership team as the company continues to grow. …