Georgia peach growers hopeful for rebound after disastrous 2023 season

With more than 90% crop loss, the Georgia peach industry lost $60 million after a late freeze hit much of the Southeast in mid-March 2023.

April 11 , 2024

Peruvian avocado supplies build up for 2024

Around 22,000 small producers from Sierra de los Andes saw earlier harvests, boosting volumes by around 60%, Peru’s Producers and Exporters Association said.

April 11 , 2024

California and Florida strawberry acreage reflect market demand

The trade dynamics of fresh strawberries reveal interesting trends. In 2023, approximately one-fifth of the fresh strawberries available in the United States were imported, with Mexico being the primary source.

April 09 , 2024

Walmart to pay $45M settlement over citrus and meat pricing

Eligible shoppers could receive up to $500 in cash as part of the settlement, affecting goods sold by weight, like meats and citrus fruit.

April 09 , 2024

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.