The Dominican Republic expects a boost in mango production

For the first time in 13 years, the Dominican Republic surpassed Haiti in mango exports to the U.S. with 8,550 metric tons (MT) shipped in 2022, according to the National Mango Board.

April 30 , 2024

Mexico to further regulate GE food ingredients

The newly enacted law creates a legal mechanism for the State to ensure that all Mexicans are provided with “culturally appropriate food”.

April 30 , 2024

Florida citrus hopes for 2024 rebound

The Florida citrus industry has battled continued difficulties in recent years. However, Florida Citrus Mutual President and CEO Matthew Joyner tells FreshFruitPortal.com that the sector is eager to move on from these challenges.

April 29 , 2024

SNAP food assistance expands rapidly to U.S. online grocers

April 26 , 2024

Colombian banana exports to increase in 2024

Colombia is expecting a 5% increase in exports this season with volumes exceeding 111 million boxes.

April 26 , 2024

Mango volume to United States continues to rise

April 25 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: The 2024 California avocado harvest may be the smallest since 2009 - USDA

The decline in production is attributed primarily to substantial rainfall experienced during an El Niño year, which slightly postponed the season's commencement.

April 25 , 2024

After a year of grape disruption, California expects to bounce back

Last year, production reached 72 million boxes. Kathleen Nave, president of the California Table Grape Commission, said the last time the crop was under 75 million boxes was 1994. 

April 25 , 2024

Food price shocks, extreme weather and conflict drive world hunger

Conflict insecurity was the major driver of high acute food insecurity in 20 countries and territories, and the major reason why the 2024 outlook remains bleak in places like Palestine, Sudan and Haiti.

April 24 , 2024

Specialty crop funding increase proposed in Senate to support fruit growers

Specialty crops are defined as fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, and horticulture and nursery crops, including floriculture.

April 24 , 2024