Microwave sensors revolutionize peanut grading with real-time quality checks

The technology provide significant time, labor, and financial savings to the US peanut industry during the grading process.   

April 09 , 2026

Sunflare apple targets storage strength, grower returns

Backed by extensive evaluation, the fruit enters the market with a focus on supply stability and improved orchard-to-retail performance.

April 08 , 2026

Preserving native pollinators can boost fruit yields, Chilean research says

Fields surrounded by natural habitats produce higher-quality fruit, the investigation suggests.

April 01 , 2026

SEPC STEP-UPP class tours Florida supply chain

Spring tour offers hands-on look at production, logistics as future leaders prepare for Nashville graduation.

March 31 , 2026

California projects 17 million tons of Valencia oranges for the 2025/26 season 

The state agency is not only estimating a larger crop, but also a bigger fruit, and a higher yield per tree. 

March 31 , 2026

Oregon’s OBG-Raptor may redefine perceptions of Rabbiteye blueberry varieties

In field trials, the seven-year-old cultivar produced up to 35 pounds of large, firm berries, outperforming typical yields for both standard blueberries and Rabbiteyes.

March 27 , 2026

Macfrut 2026 to feature two test fields showcasing innovations in fruit and vegetable cultivation  

Macfrut will feature areas showcasing artificial intelligence in farming, state-of-the-art agricultural machinery and technological solutions for sustainable, less labor-intensive agriculture.

March 26 , 2026

“The best is yet to come”: Optimism is driving South Africa's apple and pear industry

The sector is entering a new stage of innovation, variety development, collaboration, and the advent of a young generation of producers.

March 26 , 2026

Orange you glad? Study finds pure OJ slows blood sugar spikes

The “fruit matrix” also delivers vitamin C for immune function, potassium for blood pressure, and beneficial bioactives for cardiovascular and mental health.

March 26 , 2026

Produce companies are finally jumping on the protein trend. This is how they’re doing it.

Enriched fresh produce is in stores at last, but the journey there was long, and it started way before this popular nutrient became ubiquitous.

March 26 , 2026