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Argentina eyes global markets as U.S. sees surge in lemon imports

U.S. lemon imports from Argentina are rising in volume and price, though exporters may shift focus to other global markets.
June 27 , 2025

One Banana recognized by Walmart with TRUST Award

The company was honored for its commitment to responsible production, food safety, innovation, and regenerative agriculture practices.
June 27 , 2025

Florida Citrus Mutual CEO on $140M budget: “This state was built on the back of citrus”

Despite continued stresses from disease and weather phenomena, citrus continues to generate nearly $7 billion annually in revenue for the Sunshine State.
June 27 , 2025

American AgCredit joins new alliance to drive ag innovation

The new alliance, made up of agricultural and technology companies, is to provide solutions to the agri-food value chain and innovate in the farmer-centric ecosystem. 
June 26 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Bright future ahead for Poland’s blueberry industry

Despite frost in May affecting some farms, the 2024 harvest still matched 2023 levels at around 62,000 tons.
June 26 , 2025

California growers welcome Vietnam access for stone fruit without fumigation

California Fresh Fruit Association's Director of Trade, Caroline Stringer, said the approval presents an opportunity for cheaper production costs and widens growers' phytosanitary options.
June 26 , 2025

APHIS seeks public input on pest assessments for imports from South Korea

The USDA's APHIS is calling for public comments on pest risk assessments that could impact the importation of certain fruits and vegetables from South Korea.
June 26 , 2025

Crowley launches first-ever route between U.S. Northeast and Central America

Crowley’s Copán container ship will begin the first voyage on July 3 from Central American to Gloucester City, New Jersey, operated by Gloucester Terminals LLC, a client company of Holt Logistics Corp.
June 26 , 2025

APHIS expands citrus black spot quarantine in Florida

APHIS only allows for quarantined areas' citrus fruit and leaves to be moved, and leaves are not always allowed; other parts of the citrus plant are prohibited. 
June 25 , 2025

Study reveals complex evolutionary history of modern strawberries

New research reveals that modern strawberries are the result of centuries of hybridization among multiple wild species, leading to their complex and genetically diverse makeup.
June 25 , 2025