Natural Delights’ Medjool dates: A harvest of tradition and innovation

As the category leader in North America, Natural Delights is equipped with innovation, marketing support, and merchandising expertise that continues to drive new consumers to the date sector.

October 24 , 2022

Senate antitrust panel plans hearing on Kroger-Albertsons deal

Kroger-Albertsons deal is currently on hold pending antitrust panel hearing. While the entity hasn’t yet set a final date for the inquest, parties familiar with the situation expect an announcement by Tuesday 25th.

October 20 , 2022

Tango mandarin variety to be grown for the first time in India

In a joint effort, IG Citrus and Eurosemillas are currently working to cultivate the Tango variety in India. The agricultural project is expected to be carried out on a significant scale, with 100 hectares for growing the mandarin.

October 19 , 2022

New Guatemalan avocado variety to enter international markets

New Guatemalan avocado variety Booth-8 is expected to enter EU markets as the country moves forward with admissibility agreements.

October 17 , 2022

Florida orange total down 32 percent for 2022-23

Production of all Florida orange varieties is estimated to drop 32% this season, according to USDA estimates released Oct. 12. The total estimate amounts to 28.0 million boxes.

October 14 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: What’s in store for Chilean cherries in the 2022-23 season?

Chilean cherry producers expect the upcoming season to be highly productive due to favorable climatic conditions during winter, with more rainfall in comparison to the previous season.

October 13 , 2022

California citrus industry set to see rise in Navel orange and mandarin production

“The high quality of this crop is the silver lining of a very costly growing season,” says CCM President Casey Creamer.

October 13 , 2022

Western water on the precipice

Low water supplies in the Western United States have reached a desperate situation. As replenishing rain will not fall, civic and business leaders are stepping up to ease the situation as much as possible.

October 13 , 2022

Prices spike with low Central Valley lettuce supplies

Hot weather in California’s Central Valley activated the Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus (INSV), hindering lettuce production and causing FOB prices to dramatically increase.

October 12 , 2022

Ecuadorian blueberries enter the international market

Ecuadorian blueberries will now be available in the international market, following a shipment of five tons exported by sea. 

October 11 , 2022