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Organic food consumption rises along with health and environmental consciousness

Organic food prioritizes environmental sustainability, and the production process without synthetic insecticides, fertilizers, or GMOs, offers health benefits to consumers. 
May 06 , 2024

Price uptick and challenging growing conditions worldwide mark the 2023-24 global table grape season

Take a look at our most-read grape stories this past month.
May 05 , 2024

UN declares 2026 as International Year of the Woman Farmer

Women are responsible for roughly half of the world’s food production, and in many countries they produce between 60 and 80 percent of the food.
May 03 , 2024

2024 Michigan asparagus season underway

Currently, volume is on track with thick and tender asparagus ready to take center stage on plates and in bowls nationwide.   
May 03 , 2024

California Citrus Mutual recognizes HLB funding prioritized in Farm Bill proposal

The $25 million in funding will go to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) to fund research to find a cure for HLB.
May 03 , 2024
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APHIS Updates the Quarantined Areas for Sweet Orange Scab in California Press Release (APHIS) Effective immediately, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is expanding the quarantined area for Elsinoë australis, the fungal causal agent of sweet orange scab (SOS) in California, revising the conditions for the interstate movement of citrus nursery stock (CNS) and citrus fruit from sweet orange scab (SOS) quarantined areas, and […]

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Port International expands Exclusive Partner Programme with Moroccan producer Karam Green Agri Press Release (Port International) May 23, 2024, Hamburg, GER. – Port International, a leading company in the import of fruits and vegetables based in Hamburg, announces the expansion of its Exclusive Partner Programme with producer Karam Green Agri. The Moroccan agricultural company from the Agadir region is known for its high-quality vegetable production and grows […]

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Maersk Q1 results show good performance despite ongoing Red Sea crisis Maersk’s results for Q1 were marked by increasing volumes while rates continued to be under pressure versus the previous year, resulting in revenue for Q1 of USD 12.4 billion.

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New Chilean Fruit Producers Federation President discusses next steps The newly elected Víctor Catán told FreshFruitPortal.com that he is taking on the position with great courage, responsibility, and "with the tranquility of having a great board of directors in Fedefruta".

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US mango imports maintain upwards trend This week volume is about 8% higher than what was shipped the previous week.

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Fresh Del Monte brings red-shelled Rubyglow™ pineapple to U.S. Rubyglow™ pineapples will be available nationwide through select regional grocers and online from specialty produce retailers.

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Westfalia Fruit celebrates arrival of Kenyan avocados to India According to the World Avocado Organization, avocado imports to India between 2019-2020 and 2022-2023 have seen a 450% growth.

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Mango season 2024 is taking shape: UF/IFAS experts offer their views It is a busy time for two experts at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) in Homestead as they begin to see what orchards and home landscapes are revealing in South Florida.

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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.

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Cranberries benefit exercise performance According to a research published by Concordia University’s Department of Health, Kinesiology and Applied Physiology in the Physical Activity and Nutrition journal, consuming cranberry can improve running speed and aerobic performance in trained runners thanks to faster muscle reoxygenation rates.  The trials monitored the performance of 14 trained distance runners that ingested a cranberry supplement […]

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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: 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

Agronometrics in Charts: The 2024 California avocado harvest may be the smallest since 2009 - USDA

The decline in production is attributed primarily to substantial rainfall experienced during an El Niño year, which slightly postponed the season's commencement.
April 25 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: California gears up for its 2024 cherry season

Among the 10.1 million boxes shipped in 2023, Coral was the leading variety with 4.56 million boxes packed, followed by Bing with 2.3 million boxes.
April 23 , 2024
Ag-Innovation View All

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

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

Relief could be on the way for citrus growers, thanks to a new development by the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS).
March 01 , 2024
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