New Zealand Apricots Bound for World Market

November 27, 2023 Ardgour Valley Orchards

Apricot lovers around the world – including Australia – will have their first taste of New Zealand’s specialty apricots this southern hemisphere summer when Central Otago producer Ardgour Valley Orchards officially launches its export program.

Stemilt’s 2023 Washington Apricot Crop Brings Promotable Volume and Increased Size

May 31, 2023 Stemilt

Promising blooms and strong cell division action means Stemilt’s Washington apricot crop will bring big fruit this year. Apricots are back mid-June through July with promotion windows starting July 4th onwards. Stemilt senior sales manager, Brian Evans, anticipates quality and size will increase during this year’s apricot season and shares how retailers can promote apricots mid-June.   

Great Blooms, Sizes, and Promotions will Remind Consumers of their Forgotten Love for Apricots

May 16, 2022 Stemilt

With good blooms, promotable volumes, and jumbo sizes, this year’s 100% certified organic apricot crop has the potential to be big. Stemilt’s Washington apricots are back mid-June through July with promotion windows from July 4th onwards. Stemilt Marketing Director, Brianna Shales, encourages retailers to emphasize this fuzzy fruit’s limited availability and get behind apricot promotions starting in mid-June.

Hazel Tech and Valicoff Fruit Co. Partner to Deliver Premium Quality Apples & Apricots to Retail

August 4, 2021 Hazel Technologies,

Hazel Technologies Inc., a USDA-funded technology company delivering new technology solutions for fresh produce to extend shelf-life, increase sales, and fight food waste, announces a partnership with Wapato, Washington-based Valicoff Fruit Co., one of Washington State’s largest suppliers of apples, pears, peaches, nectarines, apricots and cherries. Valicoff Fruit, a family-owned business and part of the Sage Fruit marketing group, prides itself on premium quality and variety across their programs.

Sun World Celebrated 45 years of Innovation

June 7, 2021 Sun World

Nearly half a century ago, an upstart California produce company opened its doors with a commitment to bring consumers new, unique and better-tasting fruits and vegetables. That company, Sun World International, LLC (Sun World), this week celebrates 45 years of bold innovation and industry leadership.