Chiquita tests Panama comeback with limited banana output after strike disruption

A phased recovery is underway, with 17 packing plants under evaluation and more than 1,800 workers already rehired.

March 19 , 2026

Blueberries and raspberries drive Mexico’s berry production expansion

Mexico’s berry industry has experienced tremendous growth over the past decade, transforming the country into one of the world’s leading suppliers of fresh berries.

March 19 , 2026

Argentina accelerates efforts to access US sweet citrus market

The CEO of Argentina’s Citrus Federation (Federcitrus) says there is a clear opportunity to supply the US sweet citrus market, which is growing and has insufficient local production.

March 18 , 2026

Ecuador and the United States sign trade agreement to boost Ecuadorian agro-exports

The trade agreement establishes a roadmap for balanced and predictable trade between the nations.

March 18 , 2026

California avocado growers face renewed lace bug threat as second invasion spreads

Limited biological control options and uncertain yield impacts leave the industry focused on early detection and rapid response to manage the pest.

March 18 , 2026

Farmer sentiment ticks up, but outlook sours for year ahead

Improved current conditions lifted the index, but more producers report financial strain and limited plans to invest or expand.

March 18 , 2026

Planasa unveils the Black Yosemite: an extra-early blackberry for global markets

Set to debut in Mexico, the company says the blackberry can produce up to 15,000 boxes per hectare within its first year

March 18 , 2026

Conflict in the Middle East strains maritime logistics and threatens to reshape the Southern Hemisphere fruit market

If the crisis continues and oil prices maintain an upward trend, logistics costs are likely to remain under pressure.

March 17 , 2026

Florida scientists engineer orange tomatoes packed with vitamin A

The genetic modification yielded tomatoes with more than triple the amount found in standard tomatoes.

March 17 , 2026

Venezuela responds to TR4 outbreak with crop diversification program

A joint effort with FAO is helping Venezuelan farmers rebuild livelihoods after plantations were destroyed by the soil-borne fungus.

March 17 , 2026