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South African farmers encouraged to comply amid changing climate or 'face high costs'

The Occupational Health and Safety seminar focused on the impact of climate change on the country's agricultural sector.
May 26 , 2024

Turkish lemon production surpasses Spain's

Türkiye's lemon production surpasses Spain's, according to USDA's January report and the annual World Citrus Organization 2023/24 production estimate. According to the latest estimates provided by the Spanish agricultural union COAG, farmers had to discard around 400,000 tons of lemons, about 27% of the planned production, due to a massive increase in production that was […]
May 24 , 2024

Florida Citrus Mutual Optimistic Following the 2024 Farm Bill markup

Press release (Florida Citrus Mutual) Bartow, FL – Florida Citrus Mutual Executive Vice President and CEO Matt Joyner issued the following statement following the 2024 Farm Bill markup in the House Committee on Agriculture: “Following the 2024 Farm Bill markup in the House Committee on Agriculture, Florida Citrus Mutual remains optimistic as the bill progressing […]
May 24 , 2024

Berries rank first in organic fresh produce sales

Overall organic produce sales in the U.S. reached $9.6 billion in 2023, up 1.6% from the prior year, according to data from the State of Organic Produce 2023 report. 
May 24 , 2024

Walmart is laying off 568 workers in California

It was unclear if the layoffs planned for California represented the full extent of the previously reported cutbacks.
May 24 , 2024
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Mexico leads global blackberry exports The United States is the main destination for Mexican blackberry exports, followed by other countries in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

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US government invests in domestic fertilizer projects U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is investing in domestic fertilizer projects to strengthen competition for U.S. farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers. This funding advances President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to grow the nation’s economy from the middle out and bottom up. It will create jobs and spur economic growth in […]

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Yello apple will return to selected groceries Yello apple will be back this season thanks to a fruitful harvest. The apple originated in The Nagano Research Center, Japan, 1983 and it's a cross between a golden delicious and senshu apple and its known for its golden yellow skin and sweet flavor.  The fruit is exclusively owned and grown by Montague in Australia […]

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Report shows pomegranates may improve Alzheimer's treatment Utolithin A, a gut compound that's produced by ingesting pomegranates, berries, and nuts, can have an impact on aging and diseases like alzheimer's. The compound has been proved to improve muscle function in young animals and the prevention of age-related muscle decline in old-mice.  Urolithin A removes weak mitochondria from the brain and is as […]

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GLC Cerritos earns Fair Trade certification for avocado production in Jalisco Press release (GLC Cerritos) Grupo Aguacatero Los Cerritos, Jalisco’s leading avocado exporter, announced that it has earned Fair Trade certification for its farms and packing facility. This is an important step in developing steady supplies of Fair Trade avocados for the United States market.  GLC’s Mission is to inspire other farmers with sustainability while growing […]

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Agronometrics in Charts: Peru's quest for varietal diversification in blueberries Peru is actively integrating new varieties into its blueberry production portfolio, driven in part by recent occurrences linked to the "El Niño'' phenomenon which significantly affected production in 2023.

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South Korean imports of tropical fruit at an all-time high The government has been spearheading an effort to diversify supply to alleviate the high fruit prices of apples and pears, which are the main culprits behind price spikes.

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Tenerife avocado's characteristics differentiate it in European market To carry out the study, the scientists analyzed 50 samples of avocados produced in seven municipalities of Tenerife.

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Weekly mango volume to the US drops The volume shipped from Mexico was approximately 3,089,442 boxes for a total of 33,716,953 boxes for the season.

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Study taps into genetics to create the perfect peach The innovative research is expected to offer breeders a powerful tool and insight to enhance peach varieties by decoding gene functions.

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  • 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

  • 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
Agronometrics in Charts View All

Agronometrics in Charts: Peru's quest for varietal diversification in blueberries

Peru is actively integrating new varieties into its blueberry production portfolio, driven in part by recent occurrences linked to the "El Niño'' phenomenon which significantly affected production in 2023.
May 23 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Northwest Cherry Growers forecast a favorable cherry crop for 2024

Optimal spring weather conditions this season have provided relief to growers, with the Northwest Cherry Growers (NWCG) pegging the 2024 crop at 20.9 million cartons.
May 21 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: The success story of Kosovo’s blueberry industry

From humble beginnings of just 10 hectares planted in 2012, Kosovo now boasts an impressive 150 hectares dedicated to blueberry cultivation, yielding approximately 700 tons annually.
May 16 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Farmers' share: Disparity in fresh strawberry prices

According to the USDA Economic Research Service, American farmers have been getting just over half of the total amount consumers spend on fresh strawberries since 2020.
May 14 , 2024
Ag-Innovation View All

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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