California's melon season is approaching amid U.S. tariffs uncertainty

President of Westside Produce, Garrett Patricio, spoke with freshfruitportal.com about what we can expect this upcoming U.S. melon season, the state of the industry, and the effect of tariffs.

April 10 , 2025

Study shows compound found in certain fruits and vegetables could slow ALS and dementia

Research from the University of Missouri found a natural antioxidant in certain fruits and vegetables, such as kale, berries and endives, may support nerve cell health.

April 10 , 2025

Limoneira announces organic recycling facility expansion

Harold Edwards, President and CEO of Limoneira Company, highlighted the partnership’s focus on sustainable agricultural practices and addressing waste management challenges in California.

April 10 , 2025

FAO urges members to use challenges as an opportunity to transform global agrifood systems

The Director-General emphasized the importance of making agri-food systems more efficient, more inclusive, more resilient, and more sustainable.

April 10 , 2025

A new twist: Trump pauses tariffs for 90 days, but punishes China

The president will stiffen China's tariffs with a 125% hike “based on the disrespect China has shown to world markets.”

April 09 , 2025

Zespri season in the U.S. starts with shipments to East and West Coast ports

Following favorable growing conditions, the 2025-26 harvest is projected to increase to over 200 million trays across varieties to be sold worldwide. 

April 09 , 2025

California avocado supply sees 45% shipment increase

April 09 , 2025

Mexican agricultural affairs counselor analyzes trade relationship with the U.S.

Agricultural Advisor Brenda Martinez, alongside Luis Martinez, the Mexican embassy's counselor for agricultural affairs, delivered a detailed, optimistic, yet cautious message at the Mexican Table Grape Spring Summit 2025.

April 09 , 2025

Turkey temporarily suspends lemon exports

According to a statement by Turkey’s Ministry of Trade, recent frosts affected citrus-growing areas in the Mediterranean provinces of Adana, Mersin, and Hatay. 

April 09 , 2025

New Chilean table grape projections show slight decrease in exports due to weather

The Chilean organization estimates a slight drop of 1% in export volumes from the former projection of 66,940,146 standardized boxes (each weighing 8.2 kilos). 

April 09 , 2025