First Tanzanian Avocado Arrives in China: A Milestone for Tanzanian Agriculture and Mr. Avocado

This milestone marks the successful collaboration between Mr. Avocado, Tanzanian grower Africado, and Westfalia South Africa, making it possible to bring Tanzanian avocados to Chinese consumers for the first time.

November 21 , 2024

Pisco Tequila Pisco, good combo for a great hangover, don't you think?

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

November 21 , 2024

Challenging weather wreaks havoc on Western Australia's cherry harvest

This year’s weather conditions have disrupted the development process of the fruit, with unseasonably warm and dry summer temperatures and a lack of the required winter chill during flowering severely impacting the fruit set.  

November 21 , 2024

Walmart U.S. reports growth in revenue of over 5% in Q3

The revenue growth led to a hike in the consolidated gross margin rate of 21 bps. 

November 21 , 2024

Thanksgiving traditions hold strong despite high grocery prices

The American Farm Bureau Federation (ABFB) Thanksgiving Cost Survey shows the traditional ingredients in a holiday dinner will cost a little less this year.

November 21 , 2024

Producers warn Chile could lose competitiveness if logistics infrastructure is not improved

The Federation of Fruit Producers of Chile called on the State, including the current administration and the private sector, to join efforts to prevent being left behind as a country in port development, which is key for exports, including fruits.

November 20 , 2024

Peru gets the green light to export mandarins to Vietnam

The new trade decision came as a result of a technical meeting between phytosanitary authorities from Peru and Vietnam.

November 20 , 2024

Zespri: November forecast shows "returns up across almost all categories"

Forecast per hectare returns are now at record levels for Green and Organic Green due to improved yields while maintaining strong market value.

November 20 , 2024

U.S. government invests $580M in port improvements to strengthen supply chains

Through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the current administration has announced investments in 580+ ports and waterway projects to strengthen supply chain reliability, speed up the movement of goods, reduce the costs of everyday items, and lower carbon emissions.

November 20 , 2024

New apple from Washington picks a global licensing partner

Washington State University reported that the new global licensing partner will manage sales of the licensed WA 64 trees and budwood to growers for planting or grafting in orchards.

November 20 , 2024