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Australian pineapple growers raise the alarm over potential Indian and Indonesian imports 

The sector is adamant that biosecurity risks remain high despite the phytosanitary protocol proposed by the local government. 
August 05 , 2026

Tight supplies ahead: Record March heat impacts 2026 pistachio yields

Early-season temperature spikes disrupted pollination, compounding the expected decrease in the naturally occurring off-bearing year.
August 05 , 2026

25-state coalition is challenging Trump’s tariffs in court

The attorneys general allege the US government failed to meet the Section 301 requirements to impose tariffs on 60 countries.  
August 04 , 2026

Agronometrics in Charts: What survives when China stops buying: A grape trade price story

As China’s domestic production expands, locally grown volume is driving export growth, while the import sector is narrowing its focus toward high-value, off-season premium fruit.
August 04 , 2026

California peach yields to drop 10 percent amid processing struggles

While industrial canning operations face significant structural challenges and declining demand, fresh-market production is expected to remain steady.
August 04 , 2026

Opinion | Yet another hurdle for the South African citrus industry

New levies are now final and are likely to remain in place at least up to the end of this administration, writes CGA CEO Boitshoko Ntshabele,
August 04 , 2026

Publix broadens blueberry recall as E.coli investigation continues

The retailer retired from the market all lots of the four frozen GreenWise products linked to an ongoing outbreak probe.
August 04 , 2026

USHBC President on Mexico’s role in the North American blueberry industry: “We can’t do it by ourselves”

On the main stage of the Aneberries Congress in Guadalajara, Kasey Cronquist talked about the industry’s growing market demand and the future of the regional berry supply chain. 
August 04 , 2026

Celebrating 50 years of Medfly defense: A legacy of innovation and partnership

Launched in 1975, in collaboration with Mexico and Guatemala, the program has evolved into a global model for pest management.
August 04 , 2026

Texas watermelons enjoy sweet season despite localized challenges

The local industry body confirmed high sugar content and mild weather across diverse growing regions.
August 03 , 2026