Guatemala: Initial Hass avocado exports to U.S. could exceed 1,000MT

According to the Guatemalan government, in 2022, the country exported 10.8 metric tons of avocados, worth $11.7 million.

November 13 , 2024

South American citrus unable to compensate for Spanish losses

Due to the damage in the country's citrus industry, uncertainty rose regarding the supply to the European market, considering the importance of Valencia for Spain's citrus production.

November 13 , 2024

California wildfires result in over $6M in agricultural losses

Ventura County Agriculture Commissioner, Korinne Bell, spoke to FreshFruitPortal.com about the crops most affected by the mountain wildfire.

November 13 , 2024

Zespri opens Producer Vote to expand global supply of kiwifruit

The brand is asking New Zealand kiwifruit growers to support the allocation of up to 420 additional hectares of SunGold Kiwifruit per year over six years.

November 13 , 2024

The South African decidous fruit industry launches a pest-monitoring center

The new center will be built to expand the efforts of FruitFly Africa (FFA), an operating company that has managed pest monitoring services since 2001.

November 13 , 2024

Perspectives IFPA 2024: Interview with Amber Maloney and Nick Wishnatzki of Wish Farms on Florida blueberries

An exclusive interview with the Wish Farms team about Florida berries and the effort to boost blueberry sales.

November 12 , 2024

How might Trump's election impact the shipping industry?

In 2018, during his first administration, Trump's announcements of tariff increases prompted a significant front-loading of maritime imports as importers rushed to bring in goods before they went into effect in early 2019.

November 12 , 2024

Unhealthy diets lead to disease and trillions of dollars in hidden costs

A report by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations identifies 13 dietary risk factors for health impacts including insufficient intake of whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, excessive sodium consumption, and high intake of red and processed meats, with notable differences across various agrifood systems.

November 12 , 2024

Millbank FX and the importance of international payments for fruit exporters

Millbank facilitates secure, transparent and effective transfers enabling exporters to receive payments in over 80 currencies.

November 12 , 2024

Mission Produce implements policy against illegal deforestation associated with avocados

According to the new policy, Mission Produce will prohibit its direct sourcing operations in Michoacán from sourcing avocados from the 279 orchards recently identified as being associated with illegal deforestation by the state's Secretary of the Environment.

November 12 , 2024