South African Flash Gala makes history and celebrates a record-breaking season

The BigBucks variety—commercialized under the Flash Gala brand—made history with the largest volume harvested since the brand's launch, representing a 41 percent increase from the previous season.

August 20 , 2025

Family-owned farms account for overwhelming majority of U.S. total, says USDA

According to the USDA report, 95 percent of America's 1.9 million farms are family-owned. The document also revealed that family farm producers are more likely to be women age 65 or older.

August 20 , 2025

U.S. avocado imports up on Mexican and Colombian supplies

Avocado shipments to the U.S. increased 16 percent in week 32, with Mexico remaining the top supplier.

August 20 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian blueberry exports surge backed by new varieties

The South American powerhouse's blueberry season is off to a strong start, but falling prices and rising competition highlight the need for innovation and market expansion.

August 19 , 2025

BeeHero's Yuval Regev: "Even the best beekeepers can benefit from a data-driven approach"

The BeeHero executive told FreshFruitPortal.com about the importance of adopting a data-driven approach to pollination and how the company helps make beekeepers’ and growers’ jobs easier.

August 18 , 2025

U.S. apple production still on the rise after three years, industry has “real opportunity” in exports

The Outlook Report estimates apple production of 11.7 billion pounds this year, and ranks Gala as the top favorite.

August 15 , 2025

Brazilian government announces a $5.5 billion package to counteract Trump’s tariffs 

The aid plan will provide tax waivers and credits at affordable rates, strengthen financial support, and facilitate the purchase of foods by government agencies.

August 15 , 2025

With record numbers, Argentina leads global peanut exports

The Andean nation has a 23 percent market share in the global peanut market, and in 2024 exported $1.2 billion, setting a 22-year record for the industry.

August 15 , 2025

Peter Bentata, VP of production at Compagnie Fruitière, the driver of a deep digital transformation in banana production

August 14 , 2025

Automation boosts supply chain efficiency for LGS's mandarins

Autmation is helping the citrus importer prepare for increased consumer demand for W. Murcott and Tango mandarins as the back-to-school season approaches.

August 14 , 2025