Pomegranate season in South Africa is underway with Angel Red

The first Angel Reds will be destined for local consumption, as prices in South Africa before Christmas are expected to be very good.

December 23 , 2024

UF/IFAS, Florida Strawberry Industry, and Ohalo join forces to combat fungal disease

Ohalo Genetics, Inc. has entered into a Development & Commercialization Agreement with the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, Florida Foundation Seed Producers, Inc., and the Florida Strawberry Growers Association (FSGA) to address the significant threat of neopestalotiopsis to the strawberry industry.

December 23 , 2024

Brazilian bananas and nuts gain access to the EAEU

Brazil exported more than $1.3 billion in agricultural products to the EAEU this year.

December 23 , 2024

Fluent Cargo CEO: "Fresh produce sector is particularly vulnerable to trade disruptions"

Archival Garcia, Fluent Cargo CEO spoke with Freshfruitportal.com about the significant impact the Red Sea disruption has had on fresh produce and trade.

December 23 , 2024

Mission Produce reports strong Q4 financial results

The company expects stable industry volumes for the first quarter of FY 2025 but anticipates 20% higher pricing year-over-year.

December 23 , 2024

USDA announces eradication of northern giant hornet from the US

The eradication success resulted from a multiyear effort to find and eradicate the hornets, which began in 2019.

December 20 , 2024

Policymakers share positive outlook on the organic agriculture sector

USDA Under Secretary Jenny Lester Moffitt and Karen Ross, Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture, both expressed optimism about a rapidly growing sector.

December 20 , 2024

Peruvian agricultural products gained market access to 21 new countries this year

From January to October this year, agro-exports totaled US$ 9.684 billion, representing a 22.5% increase compared to last year. It is estimated that by the end of 2024, food exports will reach US$ 12 billion.

December 20 , 2024

FDA updates list of foods consistent with dietary recommendations

The U.S. is experiencing an ever-growing crisis of preventable, diet-related chronic diseases that require immediate action.

December 20 , 2024

Australian cherry exports down as sector focuses on quality

Several days of rain in the New South Wales and Victorian growing areas hindered mid-December trade.

December 20 , 2024