Topic “fresh produce” — Exporter Magazine

A US federal proposal is being put forward that would provide an estimated US$20 million (NZ$27 million) for apple farmers to switch to new varieties such as Honeyscrips that sell at a premium compared to the traditional variety such as McIntosh, according to an Associated Press (AP) report. Sales of smart tags and labels such as radio frequency identification (RFID) devices will experience the fastest gains among food safety products, driven by their ability to providing traceability throughout the food supply chain, according to Foodproductiondaily.com. UK importers say have been struggling since almost the beginning of the year to keep customers supplied across all salad lines, as well as try and break even themselves.