Global asparagus market is on the rise, but tariffs and changing climate may stifle its growth

The global asparagus market value is projected to increase, but high production costs, adverse weather, and tariff constraints continue to threaten its potential.

October 10 , 2025

Sun Belle's strawberry program expansion adds Florida growers to secure year-round supply

The new production, based in the Sunshine State’s Plant City region, will run from late November through early April and will include well-known varieties, such as the renowned Florida Brilliance.

October 09 , 2025

Strikes cripple Rotterdam and Antwerp-Bruges ports, causing major shipping delays in Europe

In Rotterdam, the 48-hour strike is programmed to last until Friday at noon and is already causing major disruptions. In Antwerp, the strike has lates for four days.

October 09 , 2025

Juice maker Stiebs sees stable pomegranate supply in an increasingly competitive market

Crop quality and volume look typical, but price sensitivity and overseas competition weigh on sales.

October 09 , 2025

Settlement finally reached in Staccato cherry patent dispute—but litigations are not over

The story is a multi-plaintiff legal battle emanating from a seemingly innocent mistaken-identity mix-up. And it all started with one Staccato cherry tree. 

October 08 , 2025

US avocado market sees unexpected shift as consumers embrace smaller sizes

Hass Avocado Board's Executive Director urges the industry to pay attention to the smaller Hass trend, one that has not deterred US Hass loyal consumers.

October 08 , 2025

D.C. Court vacates USDA ruling approving Systems Approach authorization for Chilean table grape imports

In his decision, Judge Ali labeled the initial authorization by USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) as "arbitrary and capricious."

October 07 , 2025

Oppy integrates Dole Diversified North America sales operations

The transition combines both companies’ resources under Dole plc’s Diversified Fresh Produce Americas & ROW business unit.

October 07 , 2025

As Peru gets crowned as the world leading table grape exporter, China emerges as major threat

The Andean nation has experienced sustained unprecedented growth, reaching 4.6 million tons in 2024/25. However, its #1 spot is far from secure, as the Asian Giant is not far behind.

October 07 , 2025

Container Port Performance Index: Key ports in developing nations are on the rise

A new report shows surprising momentum in container port efficiency across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

October 06 , 2025