Organic blueberries from Chile and Peru available throughout early months of this year

The volumes, originating from Naturipe’s South American growing operations in Peru and Chile, are among the highest quality in taste and appearance and will resonate well with retailers and customers alike, the company said in a release. 

January 03 , 2025

California Fresh Fruit Association president on new markets, trends, and water policies in 2025

Daniel Hartwig, California Fresh Fruit Association's President, spoke with Freshfruitportal.com about his projections for next year, the issues, and new markets at the top of the state's mind regarding the fruit industry.

January 02 , 2025

UF: Florida ag production losses from Hurricane Milton top $190M

Hurricane Milton impacted more than 5.7 million acres of agricultural land in the state, producing an estimated $8.6 billion in agricultural products over multiple growing seasons each year.

December 23 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: U.S. fresh pear industry faces historic declines in 2024-25

Washington, historically the largest pear-producing state, is projected to see a staggering 30% drop in output, with production falling below Oregon’s for the first time.

December 19 , 2024

Trump's deportation plans threaten two-thirds of U.S. crop farmworkers - report

According to the USDA, in 2020–22, 32% of crop farmworkers were U.S.-born, 7% were immigrants who had obtained U.S. citizenship, and 19% were other authorized immigrants (primarily permanent residents or green-card holders). The remaining 42% held no work authorization.

December 17 , 2024

Peru achieves record citrus exports in 2024

According to Sergio Del Castillo, general manager of ProCitrus, the citrus sector in Peru reached historic figures in 2024, exporting more than 300,000 tons for the first time and generating revenues of over $300 million in exports.

December 16 , 2024

Peruvian blueberry season has been slower, with higher volumes

To date, 254,406 tons of Peruvian blueberries have been exported, 89% conventional and 11% organic. Compared to last season, there has been a growth of 61%.

December 13 , 2024

Bananas are the most popular fruit in France

For years, bananas have been one of the most popular fruits in France. The amount of fruit purchased by French households increased by 6% between 2020 and 2024.

December 13 , 2024

Washington State University's WA64 apple finally has a name

Washington State University apple breeder Kate Evans announced the apple's new name, Sunflare, at the Northwest Horticulture Expo in Yakima, Washington.

December 12 , 2024

Kroger-Albertsons merger terminated

Albertsons is now suing Kroger for billions of dollars, claiming Kroger refused to offer an adequate divestiture package and repeatedly ignored regulators' concerns.

December 11 , 2024