Agronometrics in Charts: Despite challenges in the U.S. market, New Zealand apple producers see an opportunity

U.S. consumers hold New Zealand apples in high regard for their quality, indicating consumers may be willing to pay higher prices for continued consumption.

May 06 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Peru eyes 37% growth in Hass avocado exports after a tough 2024

Industry groups PromPerú and ProHass estimate exports could rise by 37% in 2025—a welcome surge after three years of stagnation and setbacks.

May 01 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: How tariff threats are stalling growth at one of America's largest blueberry farms

Although blueberries currently remain tariff-exempt under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), the Trump administration’s broader tariff policies have raised industry-wide concerns.

April 29 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: California set for one of its largest avocado crops in a decade

The Hass variety will comprise approximately 95% of California's crop, which amounts to approximately 355 million pounds. The remaining 5% will comprise Lamb, Gem, and other varieties.

April 24 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Favorable weather sets stage for a big Georgia peach harvest

After weathering a devastating freeze in 2023, growth bounced back in 2024 with a strong crop, and this year is shaping up to be even better.

April 22 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Weather outlook improves following 2024’s heat-driven drought

2024 brought historic heat to the United States, marking the warmest year in the contiguous U.S. since records began in 1895, according to NOAA’s National Centers for Environmental Information.

April 17 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: U.S. farm numbers hit a historic low- USDA

Several converging factors are the driving force behind this decline. As smaller enterprises continue to struggle to remain profitable, they are frequently acquired by larger businesses, farm consolidation remains a significant factor.

April 15 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Chilean apples outpace American apples in the Brazilian market, benefitting from U.S tariffs

With tariffs expected to remain in place, retaliatory tariffs from U.S. trading partners will continue, affecting U.S. influence in regional and global markets as foreign buyers, such as Brazil, look to other markets for economic alternatives.

April 10 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: The impact of new U.S. tariffs on blueberry exports

Although the specific implementation details are still under discussion, the message is clear: the main exporters to the U.S. market will now face a new economic barrier that threatens to stall the sustained growth the industry has experienced over the past decade.

April 08 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Colombia’s blueberry industry could witness a 669% growth in blueberry hectares by 2026

Colombia's unique climate enables year-round cultivation, giving it a strategic edge over seasonal producers. This climate advantage allows Colombian growers to supply global markets even during off-season periods.

April 03 , 2025