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Savannah was the fastest-growing port on the U.S. East Coast in 2024

GPA handled nearly 5.6 million twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) last year, an increase of approximately 618,000 TEUs compared to 2023.
February 27 , 2025

USDA: Fruit and tree nut production outlook to 2034

The combined farm value of fruit, tree nuts, vegetables, and pulse crop production is projected to reach $68.8 billion by calendar year 2034, up from $56.5 billion in 2023.
February 26 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Persistent rain disrupts strawberry harvest in Santa Maria/Oxnard, California

Weather disruptions last week also contributed to further harvest suspensions, exacerbating the supply shortage.
February 25 , 2025

Fresh del Monte shares full-year financial results for 2024 and Q4

For full fiscal year 2024, net sales were $4,280.2 million compared with $4,320.7 million in the prior-year period.
February 25 , 2025

Sun World Autumncrisp's global marketing campaign, expanded supply pay off

Sun World’s Marketing Vice President Dr. Jennifer Sanchez and Senior Marketing Manager Dané Joubert told FreshFruitPortal.com at Fruit Logistica in Berlin that the extensive campaign was launched in August 2023, with a focus on elevating consumer awareness and engagement.
February 20 , 2025

Chilean cherries on stranded ship arrive in China

The Maersk Saltoro vessel arrived at the port of Nansha on February 17 after being stranded at sea for 52 days carrying 1,353 containers of Chilean cherries.
February 19 , 2025

Peru: Grape season set to close with record exports amid strong recovery

Joaquín Balarezo, general manager of Ecosac, estimates that Peruvian grape exports will reach a record of 80 million boxes, surpassing previous seasons.
February 18 , 2025

Mexican avocado exports drop as US prices spike

Both Colombia and California also saw reductions in their supply.
February 18 , 2025

New Zealand starts harvesting its record-breaking 2025 kiwifruit season

New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers Inc.(NZKGI) and Zespri have said that the current analysis shows that this season could mark a milestone for the industry.
February 14 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian mango industry faces tough season amidst oversupply

After a weak 2023 season caused by climate-related disruptions, this year's crop rebounded strongly, but with unexpectedly high yields that have outpaced demand.
February 11 , 2025