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UF/IFAS-bred strawberries show chilli thrips resistance
Over the past two decades, chilli thrips have expanded from Asia to several regions in the United States, including Florida, Texas, Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana, and the Northeast.
March 06 , 2025
Brazil will be the first in Latin America to import Korean strawberries
This milestone is expected to contribute to the opening of the world market for Korean strawberries.
March 06 , 2025
University of Florida researchers are looking at vanilla as an alternative to oranges
The university reports there are no large-scale commercial production of the crop in the United States, which imports more than $194 million worth of vanilla beans every year.
March 06 , 2025
Mexican president says country will respond with retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports
Mexico’s President, Claudia Sheinbaum, called the move "unilateral," adding that it goes against the trade agreement that Trump signed during his first term.
March 05 , 2025
Walnuts may improve brain function, study suggests
This study is the first to specifically explore the immediate effects of walnuts on brain function in young adults over a single day, adding to prior research discussing the cognitive benefits linked to regular walnut consumption.
March 05 , 2025
Q&A: John Pandol on Californian grape season, import saturation and tariffs
Freshfruitportal.com spoke with the Director of Special Projects at Pandol Bros. Inc., who expressed concerns about this season's imported grapes and the effects of tariffs on costs and trade.
March 05 , 2025
Fresh del Monte appoints Chief Commercial Officer for Specialty Ingredients division
Based in Dubai, Anani will report directly to Chairman and CEO Mohammad Abu-Ghazaleh and focus on driving commercial growth within Specialty Ingredients and Innovation, a key area of the company’s long-term strategy.
March 05 , 2025
Key European terminals announce expansions
These phased expansions target generating additional maritime cargo for the terminals.
March 05 , 2025
Albertsons announces new CEO after failed merger
Shortly after Kroger ousted its CEO, Albertsons today announced Susan Morris as it's new CEO effective May 1, 2025.
March 04 , 2025
Agronometrics in Charts: A look at USDA agricultural projections through 2034
The category is expected to grow to $151.5 billion by 2034, with the fresh produce segment being a main driving force.
March 04 , 2025
