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The United States Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has announced changes to the quarantine requirements for Phyllosticta citricarpa (Citrus Black Spot) and updated packinghouse procedures for citrus fruit originating from areas under quarantine. The Federal Order requires the removal of leaves and other trees debris prior to moving vehicles and equipment that's been […]

Beyond rising electricity bills, consumers are likely to face increasing costs for fruits and vegetables as extreme heat strains agricultural production.

Chilean citrus exports to Japan are mainly focused on lemons and as of week 31, Chile has exported 56,324 tons of lemons, 32% more than the same period of the 2023 season.

Mission Produce, a global leader in the avocado industry, has announced the largest spike in U.S. produce volume sales since the early days of COVID-19. This surge is directly linked to increased sales of avocados and mangoes. In a press release, the company announced hitting a record-breaking mid-year review of mango and avocados ahead of […]

The uptick was primarily driven by higher banana volumes in Europe and North Africa, increased banana prices, and a higher volume of plantains sold. 

The use of nano-insecticides can reduce the number of applications needed, reduce pest resistance, and minimize environmental impact and costs.

The government of the State of Michoacán, through its Secretary of Government, Carlos Torres, confirmed on Tuesday afternoon that 70% of the packing plants in Buenavista and 80% of the packing plants in Apatzingán, in the region known as Tierra Caliente, have stopped their operations. According to Torres, the strike is due to the drop […]

UK shoppers are set to buy around 57,000 tons of the fruit this year. However, British growers can only supply about 6,000 tons with the rest made up from imports.

An Interim Food Farmers Commissioner will be appointed in Queensland, Australia, for twelve months to mediate between growers and major supermarkets.  The role was created due to concerns over grocery prices and supermarket practices, but farmers are still concerned over the commissioner's lack of authority to enforce actions against supermarkets. The Commissioner will explore the […]

Jerry Clode, the founder of The Solution Consultancy speaks on his 25 years studying Chinese consumers and shares the best practices for members of the table grape industry to increase their brand presence in the country.