Packer newsbreak - Sept. 4

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Honduran melon exporter close to U.S. access

A Sept. 2 Associated Press report that the Honduras-based Montelibano Melon Co. has been cleared to export melons to the U.S. is premature, according to U.S. Food and Drug Administration spokesman Sebastian Cianci and a Montelibano representative. Go here for the story.

California Asian pear prices on the rise

Larger sizes and outstanding taste are the highlights, grower-shippers said, as the California Asian pear crop hit mid-season form. Prices are climbing, they said. Go here for the story.

Produce traceability standards plan finalized

The Produce Traceability Initiative has finalized a timeline for industry implementation of case-level traceability standards, and the groups involved are circulating the action plan in the U.S. and Canada. Go here for the story.

Mushrooms sent to Canadian retailers recalled

Canadian shoppers in Ontario are being warned not to eat Fresh Obsessions brand sliced white mushrooms because they may contain the Listeria monocytogenes, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Go here for the story.

Del Monte partners with CBS Sports Store

Del Monte is teaming up with CBS Sports Store this fall to reach out to a football-loving audience. Go here for the story.