Mexican government reinforces security in avocado-producing areas in Michoacan with National Guard deployment

657 personnel from the National Guard and 900 from the Mexican Army arrived in the state after President Sheinbaum said she'd work to secure areas where law enforcement was scarce.

August 07 , 2026

California avocado growers insist on imposing seasonal restrictions on Mexican imports

The industry body called once again for more import regulation after USDA operations in the state of Michoacan stopped due to security reasons. 

August 07 , 2026

PSG expands Rejoice blackberry platform with year-round focus

The newly unveiled program seeks to improve grower economics by facilitating consistent, year-round employment through enhanced management flexibility.

August 07 , 2026

No advantages: women in horticulture want a fair chance, research says

According to the data, 80 percent of women surveyed said they had experienced professional discrimination because of their gender, compared with 28 percent of men. 

August 07 , 2026

CGA makes slight downward revision to citrus export estimate as season ramps up 

Most categories are down by small percentages, but the projection for lemons is up with only 10 percent of the crop left to ship. 

August 07 , 2026

Tart cherry production to drop by 36 percent, USDA says

Spring freezes heavily impacted yields, with tight supplies expected for processors.

August 07 , 2026

The global fresh fruit industry mourns Peter Kopke Sr.

For more than six decades, he led the growth of William H. Kopke Jr., Inc., building a solid commercial network across Chile, Europe, Africa, and Australia

August 06 , 2026

Agronometrics in Charts: Record July heat leaves Piura mango flowering near 10 percent

Beyond reduced yields, the industry faces a shift in fruit size profiles that could complicate retail programs in major markets like the United States and Europe.

August 06 , 2026

GreenTech North America conference taking shape with leading CEA voices

The conference, to be held on Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 September at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, will focus on innovations and developments shaping horticulture across North America.

August 06 , 2026

Tight Australian supplies keep apple prices up

Retail costs have risen over 13 percent year-on-year, driven by inconsistent blossom development and heat-struck harvests.

August 06 , 2026