Researchers want to make acerola cherries Florida’s new fruit sensation

Researchers at the University of Florida are deciphering what is preventing Florida growers from producing acerolas, and where can the fruit thrive.

August 27 , 2025

Mexican avocado industry bets on sustainability, pledging the fruit will be “deforestation-free” by 2026

Ana Ambrosi, Director of the Avocado Institute of Mexico, explained to FreshFruitPortal.com that the industry works with a robust traceability system that actively monitors the entire supply chain—from orchard to export. 

August 27 , 2025

More pollination hours and better hive health—the science behind Beeflow technology

Matias Viel, CEO of Beeflow, spoke with FreshFruitPortal.com about how the company's technology was designed to enhance two major bee characteristics impacting pollination: their resistance to cold and attention span.

August 25 , 2025

Family-owned farms account for overwhelming majority of U.S. total, says USDA

According to the USDA report, 95 percent of America's 1.9 million farms are family-owned. The document also revealed that family farm producers are more likely to be women age 65 or older.

August 20 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian blueberry exports surge backed by new varieties

The South American powerhouse's blueberry season is off to a strong start, but falling prices and rising competition highlight the need for innovation and market expansion.

August 19 , 2025

BeeHero's Yuval Regev: "Even the best beekeepers can benefit from a data-driven approach"

The BeeHero executive told FreshFruitPortal.com about the importance of adopting a data-driven approach to pollination and how the company helps make beekeepers’ and growers’ jobs easier.

August 18 , 2025

Peter Bentata, VP of production at Compagnie Fruitière, the driver of a deep digital transformation in banana production

August 14 , 2025

Automation boosts supply chain efficiency for LGS's mandarins

Autmation is helping the citrus importer prepare for increased consumer demand for W. Murcott and Tango mandarins as the back-to-school season approaches.

August 14 , 2025

Apeel Sciences responds to Federal Labeling Bill

The California-based company referred to the bill presented by Congressman Marlin Stutzman (R-IN), which urges the company to disclose the ingredients behind its products. 

August 06 , 2025

The Mexican raspberry industry strives for market expansion and lawful production

August 05 , 2025