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Agronometrics in Charts: Peach prices skyrocket as Georgia loses 90% of its crop to heat waves

U.S. production is expected to drop over 100,000 tons due to late winter and early spring freezes impacting crops in the top three growing states of California, South Carolina, and Georgia.
July 11 , 2023

Vertical farming global market to reach $10.3B by 2030

As world population continues to increase, food security has entered a global crisis, with new alternatives to traditional production methods arising.
July 10 , 2023

TIPA announces August 4 Lime Grades Training Day

The Texas International Produce Association is addressing the lack of related technical understanding in the lime business with a seminar on Aug. 4.
July 06 , 2023

Ecuadorian banana industry could lose 128,000 acres due to El Niño

FreshFruitPortal.com spoke to Leonidas Estrada, president of AGROBAN, about the possible consequences of El Niño and how it could impact exports of one of Ecuador's star products.
July 05 , 2023

U.S. continues Latin American mango supplies

According to Dr. Noris Ledesma during her presentation at the 2023 Mango Grower's Summit, "the U.S. mango industry will continue to depend on supply from other countries."
July 05 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: Red, white & blueberry - A look at the U.S. blueberry season

In addition to being an indispensable ingredient in Fourth of July recipes, such as cakes, pies, trifles, and various other desserts, blueberries play a vital role in enhancing the distinct flavors and overall culinary experience associated with this patriotic occasion.
July 04 , 2023

A decisive time for new cherry varieties in Chile

With a need to replace some varieties, Chilean cherry industry is at the turning point of being able to make changes and success will depend on the degree of responsibility assumed by the entire production chain.
July 03 , 2023

California avocado prices up

Higher temperatures are urging producers in southern California to harvest more heavily, with a projected 13-14 million pound harvest for the first week of July.
July 03 , 2023

Splendid’s new Jaguar Honey mango

The new brand will tie into Splendid’s support of Save the Jaguar, an endangered cat species found throughout the U.S. Southwest and in Latin America. 
July 03 , 2023

Warmer weather bringing on Salinas veg

After a rocky start of the year, with rain and cold weather impacting crops, the region is expecting a much more productive July.
June 27 , 2023