Rodents, ripeness, and red tape—The California almond season is not exempt of challenges

Uncertainty surrounds California’s almond harvest as growers contend with uneven crop timing, rodent infestations, and trade policy concerns.

September 15 , 2025

Chile still reigns supreme over US table grape imports—but Peru is closing in

Over the past 20 years, US table grape imports have increased by 27 percent, a direct result of an ongoing upward trend driven by consumer preference for healthy, high-quality products,

September 15 , 2025

CRISPR gets juicy: DNA-free editing breakthrough could extend raspberry shelf-life

Researchers at Cranfield University in the UK published the first study showing successful CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing in red raspberries. The results could pave the way for faster variety development and fewer postharvest losses.

September 12 , 2025

Zimbabwe beats South African in securing zero-tariff access for blueberries to China

A surprising shift in Southern Africa’s blueberry exports is reshaping access to one of the world’s most coveted markets.

September 11 , 2025

Millennials are ready to take the lead in driving produce sales, survey finds

The Southeast Produce Council (SEPC)'s “What’s New? 2025” survey reports that baby boomers will be dethroned as the main buyers of fresh fruit and vegetables in the next two years.

September 11 , 2025

Poland's fresh blueberries are ready to break into the Taiwanese market

Taiwanese outlets report local authorities completed phytosanitary inspections on site, officially authorizing Polish fresh blueberry imports into the Asian country.

September 10 , 2025

Global jackfruit market to almost double in size by 2033

Consumer awareness about plant-based diets has translated into constant growth rates for the global jackfruit market, currently valued at $343.2 million.

September 10 , 2025

With the help of Kenya, Nigerian avocados seek to be the next African sensation

The Nigerian avocado sector is a lagging one that has historically focused on local consumption despite its enormous agricultural potential.

September 10 , 2025

Hawai’i lime growers are closer than ever to ship Persian lime to the US

Local producer Mahi Pono is advocating for less strict phytosanitary regulations for Hawai'i limes and lemons to facilitate entry of the produce into the mainland.

September 10 , 2025

Chilean retail giant Cencosud set to acquire The Fresh Market

This acquisition grants Cencosud full ownership of the American supermarket chain, further strengthening the retailer's position in the US.

September 09 , 2025