Fedefruta President Víctor Catán: “We are going to have a very good year”

Catán's insights reveal a fruitful year ahead for Chilean producers, provided that key challenges are addressed strategically.

January 07 , 2025

Tasmanian cherry season launches just in time for Lunar New Year in Taiwan

Large red cherries are a favored gift among Taiwanese people because they symbolize happiness and prosperity and are considered an auspicious gesture that strengthens family ties.  

January 07 , 2025

Mango export market to see volume uptick from Ecuador and Peru

Though the Kent variety dominates, there is also a limited supply of other types, including Tommy Atkins, Ataulfo, and Keitt. 

January 07 , 2025

Westfalia Fruit acquires Belgian avocado products company

The integration with Syros will enhance Westfalia’s presence in the European market while maintaining high standards.

January 06 , 2025

U.S. Government prepares pest risk analysis for the importation of fresh pineapples from Indonesia

As part of its regulatory process, the USDA is now making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment.

January 06 , 2025

Second Trump administration could pose trouble for African exports

The African Growth and Opportunity Act is set to expire in September 2025, and its renewal remains in doubt.

January 06 , 2025

European Union citrus production anticipated to decrease, except grapefruits

The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that total EU citrus production is expected to decrease to 10.1 million metric tons (MT) this 2024/25 marketing year.

January 06 , 2025

Negotiations to resume ahead of possible US port strike

There have been no formal negotiations since early November when the ILA broke off talks, saying employers were trying to force automated container handling technology into a new contract in a bid to eliminate union jobs.

January 06 , 2025

China launches a blueberry variety intellectual property protection initiative

The intellectual property (IP) initiative calls upon all industry stakeholders to protect, prioritize, and promote China's blueberry varieties.

January 06 , 2025

Trump threatens to regain control of the Panama Canal, claiming "exorbitant rates"

Canal authorities set fees paid by ships to use the canal, and for the last 25 years, the canal has been the property of the government of Panama after the U.S. operated it in the 20th century. 

January 03 , 2025