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US Customs to open new chilled cargo inspection site at the Port of Savannah
The nearly $50 million project will also house facilities for the US Department of Agriculture and Wildlife Service.
June 10 , 2026
Produce giants unite under the Produce Coalition for USMCA
The organization says it will advocate to protect the affordability of fruits and vegetables and tariff-free agricultural trade.
June 09 , 2026
Mission Produce posts 24 percent revenue drop for Q2 2026
The company pointed to low avocado prices as the reason behind the decrease, but also noted the market shift has created a profitable opportunity by expanding demand.
June 09 , 2026
Fresh Del Monte Produce is now Del Monte Corporation
Starting June 29, the company’s New York Stock Exchange ticker symbol will also change from “FDP” to “DMC.”
June 09 , 2026
Agronometrics in Charts: Multiple supply shocks are shaping US produce markets
As production risks intensify, growers and buyers are facing a new reality where interconnected environmental and economic pressures define market stability.
June 09 , 2026
Peruvian blueberry industry subjects 2026 season projections to El Niño threat
The country warned that the forecast is provisional, as high weather volatility has prevented the industry from calculating a reliable estimate.
June 09 , 2026
Scientists identify ‘mystery beetle’ attacking blueberry farms across North Carolina
Researchers say the state is the first one to report this infestation in the crop, and there are no insecticides currently labeled against this pest in this case.
June 09 , 2026
Global grapefruit market bets on diversification
The industry is expanding into nutraceuticals, essential oils, and functional ingredients, driven by the fruit's rich nutritional profile.
June 09 , 2026
South Africa estimates citrus exports down 5 percent due to flood damage
Mandarins were the worst hit after weather disruptions in the Eastern and Western Capes interrupted early harvest activities.
June 08 , 2026
Zespri develops its first self-pollinating green kiwifruit variety
The cultivar remains in a precommercial state, but according to the company, it already shows promise as a potential alternative to Hayward.
June 08 , 2026



