Agronometrics in Charts: Haiti’s mango volumes projected to be 48% lower

The Haitian mango season began the third week of April and is expected to run until the second week of September with a projection of approximately 1.4 million boxes.

September 01 , 2022

California grower McClarty talks about boosting grape consumption

"As an industry, we need to review where we are, where we are going, and how to get there. This means looking at exciting technological advances, new varieties, and how to protect company secrets, yet at the same time share best practices," said McClarty.

August 31 , 2022

Port congestion continues to wreak havoc in the U.S. and Canada

The port congestion has ocean carriers, most recently MSC, announcing modifications to its vessel schedule.

August 30 , 2022

Honeybear Brands makes progress toward reaching sustainability goals

In 2021, Honeybear Brands sourced 91 percent of its facility energy from renewable sources, putting the company well on its way to meet its 100 percent goal by 2025.

August 26 , 2022

Pacific NW organic pear volume expected to increase

“The organic pear crop is up with annual cycling, and an increased transition to certified organic orchards," said Cat Gipe-Stewart, Director of Marketing at Superfresh Growers.

August 24 , 2022

Sweet blackberry varieties gain popularity amongst consumers

Consumers’ appetite for blackberries has grown, with an estimated 25.5 million punnets sold last year in the UK alone, an eight per cent uplift on 2020, according to British Summer Fruits.

August 22 , 2022

U.S. Interior Secretary visits California to discuss ongoing drought

CFFA President Ian LeMay commented: “We appreciate the time Secretary Haaland has taken to visit California and, specifically, to meet with CFFA members to hear first-hand about the effects of the drought on agriculture."

August 19 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: Higher pricing in sight for apples this season

With lower volumes in the West and a majority of apple producers pushing for higher prices, growers’ and packers’ costs have surged and pricing this season is expected to be stronger.

August 18 , 2022

Notification tool helps blueberry growers control disease

The Blueberry Advisory System notified growers to spray fungicide when fruit rot was more likely to develop, working to help minimize fruit rot and improve crop yields.

August 17 , 2022

U.S. avocado import value skyrocketed to new record in H1 as volume plummeted

Total Hass imports rose by 33 percent to $1.75 billion from January through June 2022, up from $1.32 million in the same period last year.