Category: Cold Chain/Logistics
International trade tensions putting squeeze on California tree nuts
California’s valuable agriculture sector is feeling the effects of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, with key export markets disrupted and fuel prices increasing during peak tree nut shipping season.
Nearly $27M in federal funds to fuel sales, distribution operations
More than $26.8 million in federal grants is aimed at expanding local and regional food markets and strengthening direct-to-consumer sales channels. Learn more.
Smart label changes color to help monitor temperature
Vitsab International AB’s Freshtag system features a color-changing smart label to monitor perishable foods at every stage of distribution. Learn where to check it out.
Ground broken on $860M distribution center in North Carolina
A new $860M distribution center will add more than 1 million square feet of fresh and frozen distribution capacity. Learn more.
Software solutions produce platform partners with retailer
Produce ordering platform EmpowerFresh has partnered with a family-owned grocery retailer to enhance inventory management. Learn more.
Partnership will expand Fresh Del Monte’s presence in Southeast Asia
Fresh Del Monte Produce is partnering with Vietnam-based THACO Group to source bananas from THACO Agri’s operations. Learn more details.
Companies team up to extend shelf life of avocados
Global avocado company Westfalia Fruit is partnering with agritech company AgroSustain to extend the shelf life of avocados. Find out how.
Edible Garden now distributing herbs to national retailer
CEA producer Edible Garden has expanded distribution of its fresh potted herbs and cut herbs to a national retailer. Learn more.
Tapping into tree sap to preserve fresh produce
Learn how a a substance derived from natural tree sap is showing promise in extending the shelf life of fresh fruits and vegetables.
KeHE Distributors extends partnership with national retailer
National fresh and specialty product distributor KeHE Distributors has extended its partnership with a national retailer. Learn more.
Cooling solutions company forms cold chain licensing agreement
Cooling solutions company Phononic has formed an exclusive cold chain licensing agreement with Peltier Technology. Learn more details
Partnership to introduce containerized shipping for bananas and pineapples
Learn more about a new partnership that will introduce containerized shipping service for banana and pineapple exports.
KeHE Distributors extends contract with Natural Food Retailers Association
KeHE Distributors has extended its contract with Independent Natural Food Retailers Association (INFRA). Learn more details.
Mexican tomato tariff draws mixed reaction from US growers
The U.S. has ended a 2019 agreement aimed at preventing imports from flooding the market and imposed a 17% tariff. Learn how growers are reacting.
Produce imports fueling record growth at Southeast port
Produce is a driving factor behind the Port of Savannah’s skyrocketing growth. Find out the factors powering the Southeast logistics hub.
New catalytic system targets ethylene gas buildup to slow ripening
An innovation aims to slow the ripening of fruit and extend its shelf life during storage and transportation. Learn more.