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Unusual rains affect Mexican table grape production, especially Flame variety in Caborca
Freshfruitportal.com spoke with Sergio Lugo, director of Mexico Table Grapes and of the Sonora Table Grape Growers Association, who indicated that nearly 2 inches of rain severely impacted the grape-producing area right before peak harvest.
June 10 , 2025
Fruit powder experiencing demand surge
Produced through various drying techniques, they offer longer shelf life, easier storage, and greater convenience compared to fresh or frozen fruits.
June 10 , 2025
U.S. avocado imports show 5% decline
Notably, California volumes declined by 30%, while Peruvian volumes increased by 10%. Regarding prices, size 48 rose by 5%, whereas size 70 fell by 21%.
June 10 , 2025
Washington Red Raspberry Commission launches frozen raspberry campaign
The campaign "The Great American Frozen Raspberry" delivers a fresh take on American-grown raspberries by inspiring consumers to enjoy the craft-grown, flavor-packed freezer essential all year long.
June 09 , 2025
South African table grape industry breaks export record and expands presence in the U.S.
South Africa has been exporting fresh table grapes to the United States for over two decades, with an average annual growth rate of 19% over the last five years.
June 09 , 2025
New "ripen at home" bananas from Tesco aim to cut food waste
The initiative comes at a time when the UK is recording strong demand for bananas, with around 4 billion sold last year.
June 09 , 2025
Q&A: Peruvian avocados prepare for their “moment of truth”
Peru's 2025 avocado campaign looks promising. José Antonio Castro, president of ProHass, spoke with Freshfruitportal.com about the industry's current state, challenges, and this year’s campaign focus on strategic markets like the United States, Chile, and Asia.
June 09 , 2025
Port of Wilmington and Chiquita sign agreement to extend supply chain services
The company that operates the Port of Wilmington says they've signed an agreement with Chiquita Brands to remain the company's mid-Atlantic distribution hub.
June 06 , 2025
Peruvian Avocado Commission announces marketing plans to continue widening U.S. consumer reach
Avocados from Peru, the national brand of the Peruvian Avocado Commission, lays out its 2025 strategies to keep the fruit in the North American country's avocado consumers' eyes.
June 06 , 2025
Pennsylvania files lawsuit against USDA over local food program termination
Despite an appeal, outreach to Secretary Brooke Rollins, and meetings in Washington, D.C., the USDA ultimately terminated the Local Food Purchasing Assistance (LFPA) Program agreement in May 2025.
June 06 , 2025
