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Australian avocados enter Indian market

Today, Avocados Australia Limited, the representative body for the Australian avocado industry, announced its entry into the Indian market, accompanied by cricket icon Brett Lee as their brand ambassador. The announcement was made at Avocados Australia’s Launch Trade Reception held at the Australian High Commission in New Delhi, India. This collaboration marks a milestone for […]
May 13 , 2024

China to source blueberries from Serbia

On May 8, the General Administration of Customs of China issued a document establishing the phytosanitary requirements that the Balkan peninsula country in southeastern Europe must meet in order to export fresh blueberries to the Asian giant's market.
May 13 , 2024

California almond forecast up for 2024

The forecasted yield is 2,170 pounds per acre, up 380 pounds from the 2023 harvest.
May 13 , 2024

Orange production in Brazil to drop 24% in 2024

President Lourival Carmo Monaco said during a presentation that total production will reach 232,3 million 40.8kg boxes in 2024, a 24% decrease from the previous season. 
May 13 , 2024

Global lemon production projected to grow

Based on data presented, the association forecasts global lemon production at 7 million tons, 5% up compared to the previous campaign. 
May 13 , 2024
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Polish growers focus on cooperation and innovation The Cluster will introduce Agriculture 4.0 solutions for reducing water use, sustainable fertilization, and plant protection and is open to working with suppliers of innovative solutions for sustainable fruit production.

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Kapi Kapi Growers reports exponential growth By the end of 2023, strategic geographic expansion within the U.S. and Canada had quadrupled year over year volume with a mix of retail, club store, processors, and food service customers from coast to coast.

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Florida citrus remains hopeful amidst production decline Latest U.S. Department of Agriculture citrus crop forecast for May 2024 shows a 5% decline in all Florida orange production since April, but the state's citrus growers remain hopeful the industry will bounce back. This month's revised estimate level of oranges is more than the 15.85 million boxes produced at the end of the 2022-2023 […]

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The rise of mango and tropical fruits: New products and local growth Tropical fruits have seen increased consumption and interest particularly among U.S. shoppers since the COVID-19 pandemic, as consumers look to more health-focused diets. However, the trend has a global presence with powerhouses such as China, Europe, and Latin America also participating.

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Texas grocery wins guinness record El Rio Gande Latin Market in Dallas, Texas just beat the world record for the largest fruit display with a mountain of hass avocados. The texas grocery store beat the record with 260,292 avocados at 86,764 pounds, and after being awarded the price it put all the fruit on sale for shoppers who enjoyed a […]

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IFPA leads mission to grow fresh produce exports to South Korea Activities included retail visits to Garak Market, Lotte Market and Costco Korea and a cultural excursion.

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Brazil: Floods in Rio Grande do Sul impact fruit production In addition to apples, Rio Grande do Sul also stands out for the production of peaches, grapes, citrus fruits, oranges and persimmons.

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Citrus black spot is spreading and causing damage in all citrus-growing areas of Tunisia Less than five years after its initial detection, the disease has now fully spread to the citrus-growing areas of Tunisia, extending beyond Nabeul to Sousse

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Apple and cherry utilized production grows in NW In 2023, commercial apple production in Washington reached its highest volume since 2014, reaching just over 7.6 billion pounds of apples, this makes it the top apple producing state in the United States.

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Northwest Cherry industry anticipates a fruitful 2024 crop season Northwest Cherry Growers (NWCG) released its first forecast of the season anticipating a high volume and quality crop thanks to optimal weather. The warm weather is expected to both improve quality and increase crop volume, the spring weather had aided growers will, according to the update, will end to the buildup of sugars and cell […]

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  • 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

  • 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
Agronometrics in Charts View All

Agronometrics in Charts: Chile wraps up its 2023-24 blueberry season

In a promising conclusion to the 2023-2024 season, Chilean blueberry exports are poised to surpass initial estimates, signaling a positive trajectory for the industry.
May 09 , 2024

Agronometrics: Mexican avocado volumes on the rise

In 2023, Mexico witnessed an uptick in avocado production, reaching 2.65 MMT, marking a 4% increase compared to the preceding year.
May 07 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: A deep dive into pricing and volume trends across key fresh produce commodities

Take a look at the most relevant price fluctuations for avocados, apples, grapes and more.
May 02 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: What’s in store for the 2024 Washington apple season?

Factors such as past crop fluctuations and labor shortages contribute to the complexity of forecasting. However, there are indications that the crop size could normalize compared to recent years.
April 30 , 2024
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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

Work begins on new ag research facility in Georgia

The facility will house the Southeast Watershed Research Laboratory and the Crop Genetics and Breeding Research Unit to promote multiple avenues of agriculture-related research.
March 06 , 2024
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