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Chilean avocado crop is “the best in a decade”

In 2024, avocado consumption in Chile reached slightly over 18 lbs per person, an increase of 4.8% compared to 2023, making Chile the second-largest consumer of Hass avocados worldwide, after Mexico. 
May 20 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Mexico's avocado industry ramps up production

According to the USDA, Mexico’s avocado industry is poised for another strong year in 2025, with production forecast to reach 2.75 million metric tons (MMT), a 3% increase over 2024.
May 20 , 2025

Trans-Pacific shipments and container rates spiking to U.S. West Coast

The carrier rate increases appear to be supported by a spike in bookings since the U.S. and China announced an agreement that reduced U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods from 145% to 30% for at least the next 90 days.
May 20 , 2025

The U.S. rejects 15 mango shipments from India

The process exposes the fruit to controlled radiation doses to eliminate pests and prolong shelf life. Officials said they found inconsistencies in that documentation.
May 20 , 2025

Retired Kroger CEO was paid $15.6 million in 2024

McMullen resigned shortly after the failed $25 billion merger between Kroger and Aldi in December 2024, after the company's board investigated matters related to his personal behavior.
May 20 , 2025
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Automated irrigation has saved watermelon growers over 160 million gallons in Suwannee Valley If similar adoption rates were achieved across the region’s 8,000 acres of watermelon cultivation, potential water savings could reach over 696 million gallons annually, a recent UF/IFAS study has determined.

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SEPC announces 2025 Member Scholarship recipients Press release The Southeast Produce Council has announced this year’s SEPC Member Scholarship recipients. The council has awarded 41 scholarships ($61,500) in 2025 thanks to the dedication of its members, it said in a release. Scholarships are awarded to applicants who meet the application criteria of having a parent or grandparent who is a corporate […]

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Wonderful Pistachios launches snack campaign for record-breaking pistachio harvest The upcoming fall 2025 harvest in California is expected to set a record, with yields potentially reaching 1.6 billion pounds. 

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Salix Fruits begins citrus season from Southern Hemisphere One of the main challenges for 2025 is uncertainty surrounding new U.S. tariff policies, which have delayed sales program closures and created complexities in international trade negotiations.

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Asia Fruit Logistica ticketshop now open Press release The online ticket shop for ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA is now officially open. Asia’s premier fresh fruit and vegetable trade show is back in Hong Kong from 3 to 5 September 2025, bringing the global fresh produce business together and showcasing the entire value chain. Visitors to ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA can look forward to […]

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Brazilian avocado producers undergo audit to export to Japan The Japanese delegation visited fields in the state of São Paulo, the main avocado-producing region in the country. During the visit, aspects such as employee training records, harvest control, fruit traceability, and storage and transportation conditions were verified.

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University of Queensland develops biodegradable plastic container made of PHAs and wood fibers The researchers, backed by an assortment of industry collaborators and an Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowship, spent three years perfecting their biocomposite. 

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French cherry production projected up in 2025 Occitanie and Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes are expected to ramp up production this year.

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South Africa's Flash Gala apple surpasses one million cartons India is currently the main market for this apple variety, and it also thrives in China, Vietnam, Africa, and Russia.

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Suez Canal to reduce transit fees for container ships by 15% The discount will apply to vessels transiting in either direction through the Suez Canal and will be calculated based on the standard rates.

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Opinion View All

  • 2024 Southern citrus season falls short

    Top Info President, Betina Ernst analyzes the causes behind 2024's drop in citrus exports from the Southern Hemisphere. Top Info President, Betina Ernst analyzes the causes behind 2024's drop in citrus exports from the Southern Hemisphere.
    January 16 , 2025

  • Logistics optimization for perishable goods: Ensuring freshness from farm to table

    Sheer Logistics Vice President of Marketing Nick Fryer discusses strategies and technologies to keep goods fresh from the moment they’re packed into crates to when they land on your plate. Sheer Logistics Vice President of Marketing Nick Fryer discusses strategies and technologies to keep goods fresh from the moment they’re packed into crates to when they land on your plate.
    October 09 , 2024

  • The uncertainty of the Southern Hemisphere’s blueberry season

    Top Info President Betina Ernst examines some major changes, challenges, and projections in the southern blueberry industry. Top Info President Betina Ernst examines some major changes, challenges, and projections in the southern blueberry industry.
    August 30 , 2024

  • CherryTech 2024: Chile's largest technical cherry industry event

    In just a few years, the Chilean cherry industry has grown significantly, positioning itself at an advantage in both technical and productive management worldwide. In just a few years, the Chilean cherry industry has grown significantly, positioning itself at an advantage in both technical and productive management worldwide.
    June 19 , 2024

  • A different season for the Southern blueberry industry

    Agronomist Betina Ernst addresses the weather phenomena that altered production cycles and created different market conditions for the crop in 2023-24. Agronomist Betina Ernst addresses the weather phenomena that altered production cycles and created different market conditions for the crop in 2023-24.
    May 15 , 2024

  • 100 million years of avocado history: A legacy of nature and human perseverance

    Mexico’s Avocado Producers, Packers and Exporters Association recaps the long story of one of the world's most popular fruit. Mexico’s Avocado Producers, Packers and Exporters Association recaps the long story of one of the world's most popular fruit.
    April 24 , 2024

  • Opinion: North American Blueberry Council’s response to Consumer Reports

    North American Blueberry Council President Kasey Cronquist addresses negative reports around the crop. North American Blueberry Council President Kasey Cronquist addresses negative reports around the crop.
    April 19 , 2024

  • IFPA A-NZ calls for national approach to fruit sticker ban

    The IFPA A-NZ outlines key challenges for the produce sector ahead of the Sept. 1, 2025 PLU ban, specifically implementation. The IFPA A-NZ outlines key challenges for the produce sector ahead of the Sept. 1, 2025 PLU ban, specifically implementation.
    April 11 , 2024

  • IFPA welcomes USDA’s updates to WIC nutrition program

    The IFPA welcomes updates to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, helping to ensure fruit and vegetable access. The IFPA welcomes updates to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, helping to ensure fruit and vegetable access.
    April 09 , 2024

  • Column: Bananas have been too cheap for decades

    Industry leaders at the World Banana Forum discussed the pricing of bananas during the last few decades, saying current prices are not sustainable for the supply chain. Industry leaders at the World Banana Forum discussed the pricing of bananas during the last few decades, saying current prices are not sustainable for the supply chain.
    April 03 , 2024
Agronometrics in Charts View All

Agronometrics in Charts: Mexico's avocado industry ramps up production

According to the USDA, Mexico’s avocado industry is poised for another strong year in 2025, with production forecast to reach 2.75 million metric tons (MMT), a 3% increase over 2024.
May 20 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: How to play “Forecasting Vs Reality“ game… and not die trying!

Guest article by Diego Castagnasso, a fresh produce and blueberry industry expert.
May 15 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Strong outlook for U.S. blueberry season despite slight drop in projected supply

U.S. consumers hold New Zealand apples in high regard for their quality, indicating consumers may be willing to pay higher prices for continued consumption.
May 08 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Despite challenges in the U.S. market, New Zealand apple producers see an opportunity

U.S. consumers hold New Zealand apples in high regard for their quality, indicating consumers may be willing to pay higher prices for continued consumption.
May 06 , 2025
Ag-Innovation View All

AI can now aid in crop disease detection

From ChatGPT to weather forecasting, the applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) continue to expand. London-based crop intelligence firm HSAT recently announced a “ground-breaking technology” capable of improving disease detection and crop prediction through the power of AI. Known as “Inference”, HSAT’s development combines several established AI technologies into a single platform, including computer vision, machine […]
July 10 , 2024

Efficiency and profitability in cherry packhouses with Tomra Lucai Deep Learning Technology

LUCAi™’s user-friendly interface software makes it very easy for the customer’s operators to get the best sorting and grading performance from their processing line.
May 07 , 2024

Apeel Sciences saves millions of fruits from going to waste

According to the UNEP Food Waste Index Report 2024, food waste accounts for 8–10% of global greenhouse gas emissions, highlighting the urgent need for solutions like Apeel’s.
April 09 , 2024

USDA announces $1.5B for climate-smart agriculture and conservation

USDA funding from the Inflation Reduction Act will help farmers save money, create revenue streams, and tackle the climate crisis.
April 03 , 2024
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