Most citrus categories to see record global production in 2021-22

While most categories are set to continue to climb, one is far below record levels but still recovered from the lows of the previous two years.

January 28 , 2022

"Buyers should plan ahead": C.H. Robinson provides global freight market overview

The third party logistics provider has provided a global freight market overview and some recommendations to the industry for how to best manage the disruption.

January 25 , 2022

Canada: Fruit and vegetable shortages get worse as unvaccinated U.S. truckers turned away at border

Canadian border agents began refusing entry to unvaccinated American truckers at the start of this week, and it’s already causing chaos - particularly in fruit and vegetable markets.

January 20 , 2022

How to fertilize avocado trees

Fertilizing avocado trees, along with general care and proper planting, will give you the best chance of an abundant and healthy crop of fruit.

January 20 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: Peru’s dramatic increase in blueberry production sends pricing to an all time low

According to the latest forecasts, a growth of about 37 percent is expected in quantities shipped to the US by the end of this season in comparison to the previous season. 

January 20 , 2022

"Unprecedented and crazy": Produce industry experts address supply chain crisis and provide recommendations

When asked about his prediction of freight rates, Jeff Moore of Tom Lange Companies said "rates this year and into 2023 are going to get higher as there are a lot of things going against us and demand isn't going to taper off".

January 20 , 2022

Port backlog at record high in Southern California

According to a report by the USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service, as of Friday there were a record number of ships reported to be awaiting berthing spots for unloading at Los Angeles and Long Beach ports.

January 18 , 2022

When and how to prune olive trees

When you trim olive trees to allow sun to enter into the center, it improves the fruiting, so check out how to prune olive trees and the best time to do it.

January 18 , 2022

What are non-conventional renewable energies?

Renewable energies are those that come from virtually inexhaustible natural sources and are capable of regenerating through natural means.

January 17 , 2022

How to grow store-bought garlic without seeds

In this article we will walk you through the complete guide to making a small potted garlic plant without seeds.

January 14 , 2022