Ownership and focus distinguish successful research approach for privately held Enza Zaden. Luis Maas, senior station/R&D manager for Enza Zaden U.S., explains his role as a plant breeding pioneer.
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council is expanding its business intelligence program for fresh blueberries, thanks to an automated, voluntary production and historical price database.
Rijk Zwaan, the Dutch vegetable breeding company, took home gold for its orange-coloured Tatayoyo peppers at the 2023 Fruit Logistica Innovation Awards.
The California Tomato Growers Association has completed negotiations for the 2023 crop with all processors agreeing to $138 per ton. This price is 31 per cent higher than 2022’s base price of $105 per ton.
The Global Coalition of Fresh Produce, chaired by Canadian Ron Lemaire, has analyzed the hurdles throughout the farm-to-table chain, post-COVID, and underlined what policymakers can do to safeguard supply of fruits and vegetables. Improving logistics at ports is one key.
