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17 June, 2021

U.S. fruit imports grew by a quarter in April to hit new record

Almost all major fruit categories saw increased imports year-on-year in April, with the value of trade passing the $2 billion mark for the first time.

Oppy sales leader to retire

New Zealand releases 11 blueberry varieties for growers

AGRI Developments expands into Filipino Hass avocado production

Webinar to analyze the future of water and agriculture in Chile

More News

California almond shipments set record with two months still left in crop year

Australians enjoy A$1 avocados amid record production

Canada-developed bioactive packaging can keep strawberries fresher for longer

California warns farmers about water cutoffs as hot, dry summer looms

Bill Gates says ag innovation is necessary to deal with climate change impacts

Westfalia Fruit Group illustrates its commitment to sustainability with science-based targets initiative

Opinion

Agronometrics in Charts

Agronometrics in Charts: Strong Q2 finish for avocado industry reflected in USDA data

Agronometrics in Charts: Berry category sees high pricing in 2021 despite supply levels

Agronometrics in Charts: High-priced Chilean plum season ends as California gears up

Agronometrics in Charts: Mandarins sweeten Chilean citrus exports

Ag-Innovation

SanLucar wins retail innovation award for Fresh Cut Refrigerator

PMA webinar discusses insight retail trends provide, product innovation

Horti Asia webinar discusses innovations in fresh produce supply chain

AgroFresh expands rollout of AgTech innovation with Australian fruit grower

Industry Announcements

Jupiter Group and Babybel launch snackpack

New CEO announced for TOMRA

Leading French potato producer Parmentine equips its new line with two optical sorting machines from TOMRA Food

New Zealand Frost Fans Appoints New CEO as company implements growth plans