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Fruitbox becomes exclusive agent for Zespri brand in East Africa
While Zespri’s kiwifruit was previously available in limited volumes in East Africa, the logistical route and cold chain were cumbersome and inefficient.
September 04 , 2024
Weakening US farm income prospects weigh on farmer sentiment
August's survey results indicate a shift among farmers' primary concerns, with 30% of respondents identifying lower commodity prices as their primary concern, compared to 33% who cited high input costs.
September 04 , 2024
Report alleges US avocado sellers continue sourcing from deforested Mexican land
Daniel Wilkinson, Senior Policy Advisor at Climate Rights International spoke with FreshFruitPortal.com on the report's findings.
September 04 , 2024
Forest fires in citrus-growing areas of Brazil to have minor impacts
Cepea Brazil detailed that the affected areas are few and the owners were able to control the flames quickly.
September 04 , 2024
Global avocado market remains steady
As for the Chinese market, shipments continue to decrease, staying close to 15 containers received per week.
September 04 , 2024
Fusarium TR4 cuts Piura banana production by up to 40%
We spoke with Ángelo Núñez Cruz, agronomist engineer, partner of the Cadepos Cooperative, and deputy manager of the Urban-Rural Productive Management of the Municipality of Sullana, regarding the main production challenges faced by growers in the area.
September 04 , 2024
Port of Oakland celebrates 'major' hydrogen investment
The Hydrogen Hub will support hydrogen as an energy source for electricity generation, vehicles, and manufacturing.
September 03 , 2024
More Chilean Hass avocados available this season
Ninety thousand tons of Chilean Hass avocado are expected to be exported, with Europe as the main destination.
September 03 , 2024
Development of thornless blackberry less acidic and bitter than its predecessors
The material was obtained from the Black 132 selection which, in turn, is the result of hybridization between the North American cultivars 'Brazos' and 'Arapaho'.
September 03 , 2024
First 2024-25 Peruvian grape estimate projects volume uptick
The northern zone of Peru faced climatic challenges last season but is expected to recover significantly.
September 03 , 2024
