- In November 2021, ILG International Trading, based in Brooklyn, New York, recalled certain imported dried apricots due to excessively high sulfite levels, highlighting growing regulatory scrutiny and consumer concerns over food safety. The recall emphasized the importance of clear labeling and compliance, as sulfites can trigger severe allergic reactions, potentially affecting market trust and prompting stricter quality controls in the dried fruit segment
- In July 2021, Michigan-based Lipari Foods recalled dried apricots across multiple U.S. states after failing to disclose the presence of sulfites on the packaging, underscoring the critical role of ingredient transparency in maintaining consumer safety. The move reflected heightened FDA enforcement and is likely to drive increased accountability in labeling practices among dried fruit distributors
- In March 2021, California-based Sun-Maid Growers announced its acquisition of Organic Plum from Campbell Soup Company, signaling strategic expansion into the organic and health-focused snack market. The acquisition is expected to strengthen Sun-Maid’s position in the dried fruit industry by diversifying its product offerings and tapping into the growing demand for organic and clean-label snacks
- In July 2021, Enko, a crop health company, unveiled a multi-year partnership with Syngenta Crop Protection to address resistant pests and emerging diseases affecting global agriculture. This collaboration focuses on targeted product development to accelerate solutions for farmers, aiming to generate significant economic benefits throughout the agricultural value chain
