World Central Kitchen and the feat of supplying food on the frontlines of crisis

The World Central Kitchen (WCK), an internationally recognized humanitarian organization, employed the humanitarian aid workers killed on April 1st by an Israeli air strike in Gaza.

April 08 , 2024

Mexican Fruit Fly quarantines spread in Texas citrus zones

Mexican Fruit Fly quarantines have been expanded in Texas. Known as Mexfly or Anastrepha ludens, the pest has been a subject of concern.

April 03 , 2024

Peru closes a challenging table grape season

Cyclon Yaku in early March 2023 caused damages estimated at $630 million in the northern region of Peru, with strong winds and rain for weeks which lowered table grape production volumes by 30%.

April 03 , 2024

Agronometrics: US raspberry prices doubled in March

According to recent data from the USDA, the volume of raspberries available in the market is notably constrained compared to previous seasons, with an approximate 25% decrease observed for the same period compared to last year's statistics (week 10).

April 02 , 2024

California avocado season on track amid rising input costs

Despite weather, production, and pest challenges, positive projections continue for the 2024-25 California avocado season.

April 02 , 2024

Mexico remains avocado king, amid Latin American focus on growth

Latin American avocado producers, from Mexico to Chile, face a variety of challenges to maintain their competitive edge.

April 01 , 2024

US mango supply remains low, amid decline from Mexico and Central America

Mango exports from Mexico, Guatemala and Nicaragua to the United States are expected to decrease in comparison to the previous 2023 season.

March 29 , 2024

Strong US fruit outlook forebodes lower grower prices for apples, more

As United States fruit growers enter their spring and summer seasons, the USDA ERS is forecasting lower overall prices for domestic growers.

March 28 , 2024

Citrus production and value continue to drop in Florida

U.S. citrus production is now dominated by California, accounting for 79% of total production, but that was not always the case.