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Agronometrics in Charts: US market faces reduced supply of Peruvian avocados this season

Despite an early start, farms in Olmos, also in the north, faced delays, with many not beginning their harvest until week 18.
June 25 , 2024

Argentine citrus: Production and exports update

Although lemon size is smaller, reducing overall production, growers expect high-quality fruit.
June 25 , 2024

Australia collaborates with Chinese avocado importer to strengthen trade relationship

A leading Chinese avocado importer will be paying a trade visit to Queensland, Australia on June 25. Riverking, one of China's leading avocado importers, will be visiting Queensland for two days to learn new production practices and build strategic alliances with Australian avocado industry stakeholders.  Organized by Avocados Australia in collaboration with the Queensland Department […]
June 25 , 2024

The US and Chile agree to finalize Systems Approach

The United States and Chile have agreed to finalize the Systems Approach, which will enable Chilean table grapes to be shipped without methyl bromide fumigation, allowing exports from the low pest prevalence regions of Atacama, Coquimbo, and Valparaiso to reach the North American market. The Undersecretariat for International Economic Relations (SUBREI) said the bilateral process […]
June 25 , 2024

Michoacán inspections to slowly resume following security incident

The USDA halted new avocado and mango exports out of Michoacán on June 14 after two U.S. inspectors were allegedly held against their will and attacked during a protest.
June 24 , 2024

California Giant Berry Farms forecasts strong blueberry season

Press release, California Giant Berry Farms Watsonville, CA (June 24, 2024) – California Giant Berry Farms forecasts a bountiful harvest of high-quality conventional and organic blueberries from its Pacific Northwest growing region in the coming months—making for ample availability of everyone’s favorite superfood just in time for National Blueberry Month.   The Pacific Northwest blueberry […]
June 24 , 2024

Florida International Terminal extends concession to operate at Port Everglades for another 10 years

As part of the contract, which runs through 2035, FIT plans to invest $25 million over the next 24 months to continue to provide a more sustainable and efficient way to handle customer cargo.
June 24 , 2024

South Africa's Grape Industry Association appoints new CEO

Mecia Petersen joined SATI in March 2022 and has managed numerous key projects and initiatives in support of maintaining South Africa’s position as a preferred global supplier.
June 24 , 2024

Zespri's latest forecast reflects "industry’s largest ever crop"

CEO Dan Mathieson says while there are some challenges this season, Zespri continues to see strong demand.
June 24 , 2024

Chilean Blueberry Committee introduces new president

"It is a great pride and a tremendous challenge to continue as president of the Chilean Blueberry Committee," were Ruy Barbosa's first words upon being elected.
June 24 , 2024