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Growers "overwhelmingly" support Zespri's northern hemisphere expansion

Growers approved the allocation of up to 420 additional hectares of Zespri™ SunGold™ Kiwifruit per year over six years across Italy, France, Japan, South Korea, and Greece.
December 10 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: GTD Exclusive: How long will Peru’s blueberry supply peak last?

The Peruvian blueberry season has entered uncharted territory; export volumes are reaching heights we’ve never seen before. The question on everyone’s mind is: How long will this peak last, and can the global supply chain handle this surge?
December 10 , 2024

Millbank FX: Are you getting the support you need from your bank?

For food and produce businesses selling internationally, proactive support from banking partners is crucial in managing the complexities of currency exchange and international payments.
December 10 , 2024

RIOblanco anticipates a promising season for Chilean table grapes

Freshfruitportal.com spoke with the commercial manager of Exportadora RIOblanco, Nicolas Damm, who said that currently in the U.S. market, there is room for Peruvian and Chilean fruit.
December 10 , 2024

Bananas: $250 million in cocaine headed to Europe seized in Dominican Republic

Authorities said the drug was hidden in 320 bags, with an estimated value of $250 million, and the shipment had arrived from Guatemala.
December 10 , 2024
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U.S. avocado imports up Mexico supplied 97% of the U.S. market, while Colombia contributed 2% and Chile and the Dominican Republic less than 1%.

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Mercosur and the European Union sign trade agreement During the LXV Summit of Presidents of the Member States of Mercosur and Associated States held in Montevideo, Uruguay, The European Union and Mercosur countries signed a trade agreement after 25 years of negotiations between the two blocks. 

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EOSTA launches Organic Raingrown Avocados EOSTA imports rainfall-grown avocados from countries like Kenya and Tanzania, where conditions are perfect for this growth approach.

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Apple exporter from New Zealand releases website to complement brand refresh Best known as a premium first-to-market New Zealand export apple, a1 Apple has made an impact with its red color, crisp texture, and balanced flavor, particularly in Asian markets, where it has proven to be an early-season favorite with consumers. 

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HAB announced new executive committee for 2025 board year HAB also acknowledged the dedication and service of outgoing board members Mark Vawter, Aaron Acosta, Chris Henry, and Byron Talley.

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Avocados from Mexico appoints new Director of Sales & Marketing Avocados From Mexico recently appointed Curt Webber, formerly with PepsiCo, as Director of Sales and marketing for the food service business. In his new role, Webber will be responsible for leading the strategic development and execution of AFM’s food service agenda to drive brand equity and long-term demand for fresh avocados in the United States […]

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Ondine's flat nectarine and flat peaches season begins in Australia Flat nectarines & peaches emerge from the orchards of Cobram in Victoria and Perth Hills in Western Australia.

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Chilean plums: Is there higher profitability in fresh or dried plums? To gain an insight into the dried plums industry, Freshfruitportal.com spoke with the head of the plum program at PacificNut, Pablo Campino.

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Avocado consumers in Europe focus on health WAO found that in all European countries, the first reason consumers give for consuming avocado is health.

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Vitamin C is essential for a healthy, active lifestyle The benefits of vitamin C are promoted by Good Move From Europe, an initiative developed in Spain by the Interprofessional Association of Lemon and Grapefruit (AILIMPO).

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  • 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

  • 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
Agronometrics in Charts View All

Agronometrics in Charts: GTD Exclusive: How long will Peru’s blueberry supply peak last?

The Peruvian blueberry season has entered uncharted territory; export volumes are reaching heights we’ve never seen before. The question on everyone’s mind is: How long will this peak last, and can the global supply chain handle this surge?
December 10 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian blueberry export data by exporter now available in Agronometrics’ GTD Platform

This tool is a key resource that includes export data directly from Peru's National Superintendence of Customs and Tax Administration (SUNAT).
December 05 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Georgia’s agriculture industry bears the brunt of Hurricane Helene

Blueberry production, a growing segment of Georgia agriculture, sustained widespread damage as plants were uprooted and irrigation systems destroyed.
December 03 , 2024

Mexico’s Agriculture at a Crossroads: Battling Water Scarcity and Labor Shortages

The scarcity has forced many farmers to reduce planting, leading to a 5% drop in U.S. imports of Mexican fruits and vegetables during the 2023-24 season.
November 28 , 2024
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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