Chiquita’s appeal rejected by federal court

The original jury decision asserted that Chiquita "knowingly provided substantial assistance to the AUC in the form of cash payments or other means of support, to a degree sufficient to create a foreseeable risk of harm." 

October 24 , 2024

Flavonoid-rich fruit may ward off dementia, study says

New research suggests that certain individual fruits, such as apples, pears, oranges, grapefruit, blueberries, peaches, apricots, and plums, may provide some protective benefits against dementia when consumed in both midlife and late life.

October 24 , 2024

Argentina's peak blueberry production week begins

To grasp this year's seasonal updates, Freshfruitportal.com spoke with Jorge Pazos, president of the Argentine Blueberry Exporters Association (ABC), who said they project a 10% to 15% loss due to frosts. 

October 24 , 2024

Sun World scores victories in litigation against Italian grape growers

October 23 , 2024

Argentina: Mendoza starts the 2024 cherry season

The distinctive feature of producing cherries in Mendoza is to have a consistent supply of winter cold, with more than 40 cold spells.

October 23 , 2024

Chilean table grape exports are projected to increase thanks to new varietal changes

This is the second consecutive season that the Chilean Table Grape Committee expects growth in shipments.

October 23 , 2024

Raspberry project to address UK grower struggles

Growers are grappling with rising production and labor costs, as well as the reduction of available pest and disease control measures.

October 23 , 2024

Avocado Nation: Hass Avocado Board announces film portraying the sector’s journey

The film examines the local and global impact of the industry's national marketing program, led by HAB since its inception.

October 23 , 2024

California Avocado Commission upbeat for 2025 season, with higher volumes forecast

The CAC is anticipating 400 million pounds to be produced next year, and the organization is already well ahead of marketing and messaging for the season.

October 23 , 2024

Washington State University is fundraising for a new plant growth facility

The facility will replace a 70-year-old structure in order to enhance WSU scientists' ability to conduct research vital to Washington’s $10 billion tree fruit industry, and double the existing greenhouse space currently available to university professionals.

October 23 , 2024