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Feek Family Citrus ships first Canada-bound load of the season amid tariff uncertainty

Amid sour trade talk, one Florida citrus grower is betting on sweet returns. Feek Family Citrus says higher yields and sugar levels point to a strong season—whatever happens in Washington.
October 28 , 2025

Peruvian Hass avocados unlock long-awaited market access to the Philippines

The agreement establishes a strict phytosanitary protocol and operational guidelines for the entry of avocados from the Andean country.
October 27 , 2025

IFPA calls for clear definition of ultra-processed foods that protects fresh produce and improves dietary quality     

IFPA is urging the USDA and the DHHS to exempt fruits, vegetables, and nuts from any definition of ultra-processed foods, arguing convenience is not processing.
October 27 , 2025

Naturipe puts down innovation roots at IFPA

The firm planted the seeds of the future at IFPA with a showcase of proprietary breeding, sustainability, and premium flavor.
October 24 , 2025

Port of Savannah September reports volumes up 8 percent

Georgia Ports President and CEO Griff Lynch said the Savannah is consistently delivering operational metrics, such as 50-minute trucker turn times for dual moves at port gates and an average rail dwell of 22 hours. 
October 24 , 2025

Colombia: ASBAMA warns about the potential impact of higher tariffs on rural employment

José Francisco Zúñiga, ASBAMA president, said preserving the commercial flow with the United States "is not just an economic issue: it is a commitment to peace, legality, and the well-being of thousands of families."
October 24 , 2025

New round of US-China trade talks to take place in Malaysia this week

Delegations from Beijing and Washington will meet in Malaysia during a three-day summit starting on October 24. 
October 23 , 2025

IFPA debuts first-of-its-kind Global Intelligence Engine, an IA-powered, data-driven platform for the ag industry 

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has launched an AI-empowered Global Intelligence Engine, a members-only data and insights platform that promises to transform the way the fresh produce and floral industry accesses, understands, and acts on information.  Officially unveiled at the Global Produce & Floral Show at Anaheim, California, the Global Intelligence Engine was demoed live […]
October 23 , 2025

Beyond export: Chilean researchers create healthier hamburgers with discarded cherry pulp

A study showed that incorporating cherry pulp into burgers reduced fat content by up to 16 percent compared to traditional patties, without compromising flavor or texture.  
October 23 , 2025

Water sustainability and logistics drive the Panama Canal's strategic transformation

In a visit to Chile, José Ramón Icaza of the Panama Canal Authority, talked about the projections and hurdles facing the interoceanic waterway amidst global economic recovery, geopolitical pressures, and environmental challenges.
October 22 , 2025