Agronometrics in Charts: USMCA scrutiny puts North American produce trade in the spotlight

Agricultural organizations on both sides of the border are pushing for an extension of the agreement and continued duty-free trade for agricultural products.

June 23 , 2026

Bracing for El Niño: FAO and WFP launch joint appeal to protect 8.8 million people from extreme weather events

The initiative focuses on 22 high-risk priority countries based on meteorological forecasts, including Nigeria, the Philippines, and Colombia.

June 23 , 2026

Peruvian pomegranate industry projects closing a challenging season with up to 25 percent growth

The campaign was marked by ups and downs, but expanding producing areas and the opening of the Chinese market has exporters' hopes up for next year.

June 23 , 2026

Robust demand to sustain Zespri’s 2026/27 grower return forecast

The firm noted a strong start in key markets, particularly Europe and North America, while Asia continues to show promise.

June 23 , 2026

Tropic acquires leading global plant propagation business Rahan Meristem

The expansion establishes the Norwich-based firm as the first fully integrated banana genetics company.

June 22 , 2026

California table grape season: San Joaquin Valley fruit is ready for the relay

The main producing area in the Golden State kicked off harvesting last week, projecting good yields and quality as Mexican supplies slowly exit the market. 

June 22 , 2026

Italian table grapes to make South African debut

The agreement is expected to open the door for other agricultural commodities, with apples and pears first in line.

June 22 , 2026

QDC Fresh to ship first Australian citrus of the season to the US

Already harvested and currently in transit, the program also includes blood oranges and seedless mandarins.

June 22 , 2026

Australia's Soluna apples make landmark entrance into China

The inaugural shipment of 80 metric tons opens up new opportunities for the country's industry in one of the world's most important markets for premium fruit.

June 22 , 2026

No weather woes in the Great White North: Canadian cherries are set for a large 2026 crop 

Despite the havoc wreaked by cold snaps south of the border, growers in British Columbia, the largest-producing region in the country, are reaping the rewards of abnormal temperature patterns. 

June 19 , 2026