The impact of Trump's political measures on the global fruit and vegetable industry

Three major pillars in the vegetable and fruit global industry field speak about the potential effects the United States' new agricultural policies might have on the sector.

January 22 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Imports drive year-round availability of fresh produce in the US - USDA

Since the 2008 completion of the transition to tariff- and quota-free trade among Mexico, Canada, and the U.S. under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), imports of fresh produce have steadily grown.

January 21 , 2025

New Zealand avocado industry recovers from weather challenges looking to grow exports

Favorable weather conditions in key growing regions during spring have raised projected volumes to seven million trays, up from five million in the previous season. 

January 21 , 2025

Some Canadian blueberry growers fear they wouldn't survive potential Trump tariffs

The bulk of blueberries produced across the country are destined for the U.S., which explains the impact tariffs could have on the industry. 

January 21 , 2025

Chilean table grapes maintain high expectations for remainder of the campaign

The 2025 Chilean table grape season began with optimism among growers, who highlighted the fruit's good quality, and the opportunity to export under the Systems Approach protocol to the U.S.

January 21 , 2025

Mexico doubles avocado exports to the US

During the second week of January, avocado shipments to different markets showed important variations not only in volume but also in prices, according to Avobook's week 3 report for 2025.

January 21 , 2025

Mixed nut consumption may reduce cardiovascular risk in older adults

The findings revealed that regular consumption of mixed nuts markedly enhances blood lipid profiles, leading to changes in specific lipoprotein subclasses that are associated with improved heart health.

January 21 , 2025

Orange supply may continue to lag behind demand in 2025-26

The 2024/25 crop is estimated at 223.14 million boxes of 40.8 kg oranges, a 27.4% drop from the 2023/24 season.

January 20 , 2025

Major shipping companies won't be returning to the Red Sea soon

A spokesperson for Hapag-Lloyd told Reuters that the company is closely monitoring the conflict in the Red Sea and wants to resume operations as soon as it is safe. 

January 20 , 2025

Albertsons confirms layoffs following failed Kroger merger

During last week’s third-quarter earnings call, Albertsons announced a plan to reduce spending by $1.5 billion over the next three years and to enhance investments in technology.

January 20 , 2025