USDA initiative grants $650M in funding for Specialty Crops

The USDA announcement follows the SCFBA's request in December for additional investment in the MASC program and a modified structure for payment limitations after specialty crop production.

January 10 , 2025

Peruvian table grapes on the road to recovery

The Peruvian Table Grape Producers Association (Provid) projects record exports, estimating more than 78 million boxes of 8.2 kilos each, equivalent to approximately 640,000 MT.

January 10 , 2025

UF/IFAS explores new approach to combat citrus greening

Genetically edited citrus trees could help advance the fight against the devastating greening disease.

January 10 , 2025

Citrus Growers Association of South Africa announces new CEO

After many years as CEO, Justin Chadwick will retire at the end of March.

January 10 , 2025

ILA's President says Trump deserves "full credit for the successful tentative Master Contract Agreement"

Dagget said President Trump’s bold stance helped prevent a second coast-wide strike at ports from Maine to Texas and helped both parties reach a tentative agreement. 

January 09 , 2025

ILA and USMX reach tentative agreement to avoid a port strike

In a joint statement, the two sides agreed to continue operating under the current contract until the union can meet with its full Wage Scale Committee and schedule a ratification vote.

January 09 , 2025

Due to low production and strong demand, Brazilian orange prices hit record highs in 2024

Weather conditions in the Brazilian citrus belt were predominantly dry, with high temperatures during crop development.

January 09 , 2025

Dole Packaged Foods announces leadership transitions in marketing and foodservice departments

Mike Secor and Stacy Smoot succeed Nora Witt, the previous Vice President of Marketing, and Stuart McAllister, the Vice President of Foodservice.

January 09 , 2025

Ecuadorian banana industry focused on marketing for consumers in 2025

AEBE's Executive Director spoke with Freshfruitportal.com about the challenges the Ecuadorian banana industry is facing and the 2025 growth-focused plans.

January 09 , 2025

What does the mango industry project for 2025?

Mangos face a new year full of challenges at the producer and marketing levels.

January 09 , 2025