Breakthrough study reveals how warm weather fuels destructive short-spined thrips in Florida

University of Florida researchers have found key biological secrets behind the rapid spread of the pest in the Sunshine state’s produce and ornamental plants.

January 13 , 2026

10 game-changing innovations nominated for the Fruit Logistica Innovation Award 2026

Taking the pulse of the future of ag technology, this year’s nominees bring market-disruptive varieties, more sustainable practices, and efficiency to the fields.

January 09 , 2026

Afresh appoints Adam Litle as Chief Revenue Officer to scale its AI platform

January 06 , 2026

Corbana fights climate and cost pressures to steer Costa Rican banana production to recovery in 2026

After two years marked by adverse weather and cost pressure, the National Banana Corporation of Costa Rica estimates that production will approach 120 million boxes in 2026.

January 05 , 2026

Fresh Inset gets green light: Vidre+ ready for US rollout

With shelf life under pressure and budgets tight, a plug-and-play packaging tweak is drawing attention across produce aisles. The Polish firm says its gradual-release approach can curb ripening without new rooms, new rules, or new capex.

January 05 , 2026

From nursery to post-harvest: Westfalia's strategy to make Colombia an avocado powerhouse

In recent years, the country has emerged as a new player in the global market. Although it is still considered a young origin, its productive potential is enormous.

January 05 , 2026

Global blueberry industry 2025 recap: The year of the "Blue Renaissance"

After years of ever-growing competition, stakeholders had to shift strategies. Now, blueberries are not a numbers game, but a quality marathon, where innovation and varietal renewal drive growth, wider margins, and consumer satisfaction. 

December 31 , 2025

4 ways healthy soils build better cities: From food to climate resilience

Healthy soils do far more than simply support buildings, roads, and other infrastructure: they sustain resilient and green cities. support the health of people, animals, plants, and the environment.

December 24 , 2025

Ag-tech innovator BioPollen expands liquid pollination system across the Americas

From drones to helicopters, new delivery methods are changing how pollen reaches the orchard. The approach aims to give growers more control over pollination when nature does not cooperate.

December 23 , 2025

USDA-funded studies put prunes in the osteoporosis spotlight

New trials are examining whether small daily servings can help women preserve bone density during the years when loss accelerates most.

December 19 , 2025