Agronometrics in Charts: And so it begins… WELCOME 2025!!

Guest article by Diego Castagnasso, a fresh produce and blueberry industry expert.

January 09 , 2025

Promotions and trade agreements that boosted US ag exports in 2024

Agricultural exports were at their highest in history during the Biden administration, with a record of nearly $196 billion in 2022 and almost $175 billion in 2023.

January 09 , 2025

Australia's orange production is expected to reach its highest level in two decades in 2025

Currently, major orange production areas are concentrated in the southern temperate climate regions of Riverina, Murray Valley, and Riverland.

January 09 , 2025

Mexico's agricultural trade surged 700% in 2024

According to the National Society of Phytosanitary Products (Sonafi), the latest figures from the Bank of Mexico regarding imports and exports underscore the critical importance of the agricultural sector, particularly national agricultural production.

January 09 , 2025

Fall Creek announces new leadership for next growth phase

As part of the leadership transition, Kevin Murphy, a longtime board member and former CEO of Driscoll’s, will assume the role of executive chair of the board on Jan. 15, 2025.

January 08 , 2025

Does Every Business Need FX Risk Management? Spoiler Alert: Not Quite, But Most Do

Almost every business with international exposure faces at least some degree of currency risk, whether they like it or not. But does every business really need a formal FX risk management strategy? It depends, what type of business are you?

January 08 , 2025

Chilean table grapes under Systems Approach looking good despite US port uncertainty

This first season under the Systems Approach presents significant logistical challenges in Chile and the United States.

January 08 , 2025

Apple growing regions in the US face increasing climate challenges

Although many growing areas face increased climate risks, three are most affected: Yakima, Washington; Kent, Michigan; and Wayne, New York.

January 08 , 2025

Major winter storm in the US may slow down supply chains

Challenging road conditions may seriously affect produce shipments transiting through the affected regions, especially imported goods, as ports halt or limit operations as the storm passes. 

January 08 , 2025

Spain: Masymas Supermarkets launches new local brand “Avocados CV”

Commercialization will begins with the Hass variety, which is the most widely grown avocado variety in the world. Later, the Lamb Hass variety, representing more than 60% of Valencian avocado production, will take center stage.

January 08 , 2025