Greenhouse production drives Dominican cherry tomato exports up

The Caribbean government is focused on modernizing agriculture by adopting technology to improve competitiveness.

May 12 , 2026

Dole rides the health and wellness trend wave to higher YoY revenue

The fresh produce giant posted group profits of $2.3 billion for Q1 2026, calling it a “solid start to the year.”  

May 11 , 2026

Trump Administration appeals USCIT block of Section 122 tariffs

On Fox Business, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said judges "are apparently just ​hell-bent on ⁠importing from China." 

May 11 , 2026

Mexico formalizes Protected Geographical Indication standards for Michoacán avocados

The new rules target traceability, fruit quality, and origin protection.

May 11 , 2026

Costa Rican pineapples to score big in North America during World Cup

Per capita consumption grew by 13 percent in the US and 16 percent in Canada during the recent Club World Cup.

May 11 , 2026

Opinion | Morocco works! (and it can work even better)

IBO Chairman Mario Steta praises the emerging top blueberry grower, but says a lot more can be done to further boost the African nation's producing power.

May 11 , 2026

Andrés Fuenzalida steps down as Copefrut's General Manager after 11 years of leadership

Manuel Ibáñez is the new man in charge of the company, while Fuenzalida will remain linked to the company as Chairman of the Board.

May 11 , 2026

Global agtech leader Hectre to welcome fruit industry executives from 10 countries in Chile tour

The exclusive delegation includes CEOs, directors, and commercial leaders from across South Africa, Spain, Italy, Germany, Türkiye, Poland, Brazil, the US, Mexico, New Zealand, and Chile.

May 08 , 2026

Brazilian citrus crop to fall 13 percent during 2026/27 season

Industry body Fundecitrus explained the decrease as a multifactorial equation including HLB prevalence, volatile weather, and the natural impact of an off-year. 

May 08 , 2026

US Court of International Trade strikes down Section 122 tariffs

In a 2-1 decision, the judges found the President had no authority to impose new global levies. However, the ruling didn’t involve a nationwide injunction, meaning only three plaintiffs will benefit from it.

May 08 , 2026