February 16, 2011 - FreshFruitPortal.com

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

North American Blueberry Council President Kasey Cronquist addresses negative reports around the crop.

April 19 , 2024

US Ambassador to Chile on Systems Approach for table grapes: "We are working hard"

“I know this issue is a high priority for producers here in Chile, as it is for us in the United States. We are working hard with La Moneda,” Ambassador Meehan said.

April 19 , 2024

World Citrus Organization projects lower Southern Hemisphere volumes for 2024

Adverse weather conditions around the globe negatively impacted yields, but expectations have improved, WCO said in a release, leading to only a slight drop in production.

April 19 , 2024

Guatemalan mango volume to US sees increase

PRESS RELEASE - National Mango Board Market News Summary for week 15 – Mexico, Guatemala and Nicaragua mango volume Mango volume shipped on week ending 04/13/2024 was approximately 3,022,066 boxes for a total of 19,418,943 boxes for the season. This week volume is about 30% higher than what was shipped the previous week. Mexico Crop Information – on week ending 04/13/2024 - Pages […]

April 19 , 2024

US agriculture products find promising market in Colombia

The report highlights that opportunities are growing as Colombian incomes rise and retail outlets expand.

April 19 , 2024

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El Niño effect drives food crisis in Southern Africa PRESS RELEASE (SOUTH AFRICAN GOVERNMENT NEWS AGENCY) - Southern Africa is in the grip of an urgent crisis, according to the Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN). According to the FANRPAN, a record-breaking dry spell lasting over 30 days is scorching countries – Angola, Botswana, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. […]

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USDA proposes rule for exports and reserves of tart cherries This action would set the free percentage of tart cherries at 94% and the restricted percentage at 6%.

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APHIS updates federal domestic soil quarantines map APHIS restricts the movement of domestic soil from areas within the continental United States that are under quarantine for specific plant pests.

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New Zealand and Asian Development Bank partner on mangos PRESS RELEASE (Plant & Food Research) - Plant & Food Research and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have agreed to cooperate on an initiative, and the New Zealand research institute has also secured a contract with Quezon City, the largest city in metropolitan Manila. Signing ceremonies for both these developments will occur in Manila today, […]

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Spain calls South Africa WTO dispute “threats and blackmail” The committee argues that the fruit is indeed a “scientifically proven means of contagion” and not a cosmetic problem as the South African citrus sector has assured.

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Two-color dragon fruit developed by Chinese researchers Researchers from the Yangling Vocational and Technical College in Shaanxi, China, announced a new dragon fruit or pitaya variety called “New Two Color”.

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USDA accepting applications for August trade mission to Colombia USDA Under Secretary Alexis M. Taylor will lead an agribusiness trade mission to Bogotá, Colombia, Aug. 13-15, 2024.

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Goldenberry Farms sues over Sugar Mango trademark infringement Goldenberry follows a ‘zero tolerance’ policy against infringement, Michelle Anders, communications director for the brand, said in a statement. The company has already won enforcement cases in Colombia, North America, and Europe.

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Agronometrics Shorts: Chile leads South American nations in global fruit exports With fresh cherries, plums, and grapes as its primary sources of export, Chile occupies the fifth position, surpassing the $7 billion mark in fruit exports.

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A ‘super’ season for Northwest cherries? Washington is the main cherry-producing state in the U.S., growing nearly 90,000 tons of cherries yearly.

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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
CPMA welcomes Canadian government's support of national school food program

The program will aim to deliver meals to an additional 400,000 children per year. The program will aim to deliver meals to an additional 400,000 children per year.

April 02 , 2024
Fridays on the Farm: a labor of love for Rhode Island berry, stone fruit farm

The Eckharts grow strawberries, cherries, cane berries, peaches and more on their 100-acre farm. FSA Rhode Island features their story. The Eckharts grow strawberries, cherries, cane berries, peaches and more on their 100-acre farm. FSA Rhode Island features their story.

March 29 , 2024
Farming in her footsteps: Visit Annie B’s family farm

During the pandemic, the Givens family decided to set up farming operations to honor matriarch Annie B's legacy. During the pandemic, the Givens family decided to set up farming operations to honor matriarch Annie B's legacy.

March 18 , 2024
Pomelo Diplomacy: How a favorite Thai fruit advanced U.S. trade ties

APHIS Senior Foreign Service Officer Marc Gilkey addresses how, through the pomelo, the quintessential Thai fruit, the U.S. and Thailand recently celebrated almost two centuries of collaboration. APHIS Senior Foreign Service Officer Marc Gilkey addresses how, through the pomelo, the quintessential Thai fruit, the U.S. and Thailand recently celebrated almost two centuries of collaboration.

March 06 , 2024
A very brief look at the 100-year-old problem of the shortage in agricultural labor

Texas International Produce Association President & CEO Dante Galeazzi discusses workforce challenges in the produce industry. Texas International Produce Association President & CEO Dante Galeazzi discusses workforce challenges in the produce industry.

November 08 , 2023
Vanguard International shares the future of black grapes

Dirk Winkelmann, President of Vanguard Direct, reflects on upcoming opportunities for black table grape varieties. Dirk Winkelmann, President of Vanguard Direct, reflects on upcoming opportunities for black table grape varieties.

June 02 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts View All

Agronometrics Shorts: Chile leads South American nations in global fruit exports

With fresh cherries, plums, and grapes as its primary sources of export, Chile occupies the fifth position, surpassing the $7 billion mark in fruit exports.

April 18 , 2024

The evolution of the US mango market in charts

Peru's mango export season is drawing to a close after a dramatic decline in volumes while Mexico, Guatemala, and Nicaragua are currently at the forefront of harvests and packing.

April 16 , 2024

Agronometrics Shorts: Mexican asparagus prices plunge amid surplus

During week 10, prices plummeted to $10.85 per package, marking a significant 44% decrease compared to the same period in 2023.

April 11 , 2024

California and Florida strawberry acreage reflect market demand

The trade dynamics of fresh strawberries reveal interesting trends. In 2023, approximately one-fifth of the fresh strawberries available in the United States were imported, with Mexico being the primary source.

April 09 , 2024

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US orgs urge ban on Mexican avocados linked to deforestation

New West India container service to connect Florida with 7 locations

As war continues, Ukrainian farmers find a lifeline in blueberry exports

Sun World targets brand infringement and fraud on TikTok

Banana trade: Paramilitary payments, trade tiffs, retail prices and TR4

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

US Ambassador to Chile on Systems Approach for table grapes: "We are working hard"

World Citrus Organization projects lower Southern Hemisphere volumes for 2024

Guatemalan mango volume to US sees increase

US agriculture products find promising market in Colombia

USDA proposes rule for exports and reserves of tart cherries This action would set the free percentage of tart cherries at 94% and the restricted percentage at 6%.

APHIS updates federal domestic soil quarantines map APHIS restricts the movement of domestic soil from areas within the continental United States that are under quarantine for specific plant pests.

Spain calls South Africa WTO dispute “threats and blackmail” The committee argues that the fruit is indeed a “scientifically proven means of contagion” and not a cosmetic problem as the South African citrus sector has assured.

Two-color dragon fruit developed by Chinese researchers Researchers from the Yangling Vocational and Technical College in Shaanxi, China, announced a new dragon fruit or pitaya variety called “New Two Color”.

USDA accepting applications for August trade mission to Colombia USDA Under Secretary Alexis M. Taylor will lead an agribusiness trade mission to Bogotá, Colombia, Aug. 13-15, 2024.

Goldenberry Farms sues over Sugar Mango trademark infringement Goldenberry follows a ‘zero tolerance’ policy against infringement, Michelle Anders, communications director for the brand, said in a statement. The company has already won enforcement cases in Colombia, North America, and Europe.

Agronometrics Shorts: Chile leads South American nations in global fruit exports With fresh cherries, plums, and grapes as its primary sources of export, Chile occupies the fifth position, surpassing the $7 billion mark in fruit exports.

A ‘super’ season for Northwest cherries? Washington is the main cherry-producing state in the U.S., growing nearly 90,000 tons of cherries yearly.

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

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

IFPA welcomes USDA’s updates to WIC nutrition program

Column: Bananas have been too cheap for decades

CPMA welcomes Canadian government's support of national school food program

Fridays on the Farm: a labor of love for Rhode Island berry, stone fruit farm

Farming in her footsteps: Visit Annie B’s family farm

Pomelo Diplomacy: How a favorite Thai fruit advanced U.S. trade ties

A very brief look at the 100-year-old problem of the shortage in agricultural labor

Vanguard International shares the future of black grapes

Agronometrics Shorts: Chile leads South American nations in global fruit exports

The evolution of the US mango market in charts

Agronometrics Shorts: Mexican asparagus prices plunge amid surplus

California and Florida strawberry acreage reflect market demand

Apeel Sciences saves millions of fruits from going to waste

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

Work begins on new ag research facility in Georgia

Citrus greening study unlocks key genetic information and potential for faster varietal testing

USDA proposes rule for exports and reserves of tart cherries This action would set the free percentage of tart cherries at 94% and the restricted percentage at 6%.

APHIS updates federal domestic soil quarantines map APHIS restricts the movement of domestic soil from areas within the continental United States that are under quarantine for specific plant pests.

Spain calls South Africa WTO dispute “threats and blackmail” The committee argues that the fruit is indeed a “​​scientifically proven means of contagion” and not a cosmetic problem as the South African citrus sector has assured.

Two-color dragon fruit developed by Chinese researchers Researchers from the Yangling Vocational and Technical College in Shaanxi, China, announced a new dragon fruit or pitaya variety called “New Two Color”.

USDA accepting applications for August trade mission to Colombia USDA Under Secretary Alexis M. Taylor will lead an agribusiness trade mission to Bogotá, Colombia, Aug. 13-15, 2024.

Goldenberry Farms sues over Sugar Mango trademark infringement Goldenberry follows a ‘zero tolerance’ policy against infringement, Michelle Anders, communications director for the brand, said in a statement. The company has already won enforcement cases in Colombia, North America, and Europe.

Agronometrics Shorts: Chile leads South American nations in global fruit exports With fresh cherries, plums, and grapes as its primary sources of export, Chile occupies the fifth position, surpassing the $7 billion mark in fruit exports.

A ‘super’ season for Northwest cherries? Washington is the main cherry-producing state in the U.S., growing nearly 90,000 tons of cherries yearly.

Spain calls South Africa WTO dispute “threats and blackmail” The committee argues that the fruit is indeed a “scientifically proven means of contagion” and not a cosmetic problem as the South African citrus sector has assured.