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California grapes “ready to handle whatever is falling from the sky this year”
David Espinoza of Hronis International Sales notes that while volume prospects are high, the real test lies in navigating climate extremes and shifting consumer demand.
June 18 , 2025
Executive Director of the Chilean Cherry Committee: "Next season, we’re going to have to be much more effective."
Chilean and international cherry industry stakeholders and representatives gathered at Chile's largest technical cherry industry event: the CherryTech Convention 2025, organized for the third consecutive year by Yentzen Group and SmartCherry in Santiago, Chile.
June 18 , 2025
Safeway and Albertsons workers go on strike
Workers in Estes Park, Fountain, two in Pueblo, and a Safeway distribution center in Denver, walked out on Sunday and were joined by employees from Castle Rock and the Littleton location on Mineral Ave on Monday.
June 17 , 2025
Zespri projects high grower returns this 2025/26 kiwifruit season
Chief Executive Officer Jason Te Brake attributes the improved outlook to increased yields, improved fruit sizing, and added volume.
June 17 , 2025
Florida legislature approves historic $140M for citrus industry budget
In addition, the budget includes a $250 million annual appropriation for the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program, which seeks to protect working agricultural lands through conservation easements, supporting Florida’s agricultural economy and wildlife habitats.
June 17 , 2025
Agronometrics in Charts: Pacific Northwest pear growers eye strong rebound in 2025
With favorable spring weather and a healthy bloom, the region is poised for one of its best harvests in recent years.
June 17 , 2025
Trump pauses ICE raids on farms, hotels, and restaurants
The decision to do so came after increasing pushback that stemmed from Trump's mass deportation raids disrupting all three mentioned industries.
June 17 , 2025
IG International Powers Dragon Fruit’s Rise in India’s Exotic Fruit Market
IG International, one of India’s leading fresh fruit importers, is playing a key role in shaping the exotic fruit category in India. With a robust national distribution network and strong sourcing partnerships, the company is bridging the gap between global producers and Indian consumers.
June 17 , 2025
David Beckham announces fruit snack brand
The product development draws inspiration from Beckham’s interest in beekeeping and his family’s interest in healthier snack options.
June 17 , 2025
NABC applauds Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Budget Reconciliation bill
Kasey Cronquist, the North American Blueberry Council (NABC) President, said the organization is especially grateful for the bills' funding of key programs that support the blueberry industry and other specialty crops.
June 16 , 2025



