FreshDirect’s food 2026 trend forecast: From artisanal waters to restaurant-quality staples

The leading New York online food retailer’s annual report highlights Americans’ growing preference for local products, bold flavors, and ready-to-eat pro-chef options.

December 05 , 2025

Beyond China: Chilean cherries arrive in the US and Europe amid market expansion

With China still the dominant buyer, Chilean exporters are branching out to the US, Europe, and new Asian markets. Importers say the early-season fruit is flavorful, consistent, and ready for winter shoppers.

December 05 , 2025

Copefrut puts quality first as Chilean cherry season hits midpoint

With US buyers watching mid-season supply closely, the company is leaning into quality control from orchard to packhouse. Growers report mixed yields but steady demand for premium fruit.

December 04 , 2025

The fight over glyphosate: 3 keys to understand why Bayer's stock shot up

The German pharmaceutical and ag tech giant received renewed market confidence after the US Government backed the company before the Supreme Court. The path here has been long, and the details are crucial to see the whole picture.

December 04 , 2025

APHIS expands HLB quarantine footprint in Southern California

Citrus greening concerns prompted federal officials to tighten quarantine boundaries in two Southern California counties. The update affects fruit movement rules but leaves Orange County’s commercial orchards untouched.

December 04 , 2025

Broccolini is 2026’s hottest vegetable as popularity soars

FullTilt Marketing says this past year the cruciferous vegetable became a popular choice among consumers, and demand will only intensify in 2026.

December 04 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Chile's cherry season expects smaller yield but better fruit

Although the total volume is lower, shipments are significantly ahead of schedule, and cherry quality is excellent, says Nicolás Michelini of Chilean fruit exporter Quelen Fruit.

December 04 , 2025

Mexican avocados dominate US market, while Europe reports lowest volume in weeks

Intelligence firm Avobook says reduced volumes, shifting supplier activity, and price changes are shaping the final weeks of the 2026 global avocado season.

December 03 , 2025

Water scarcity and import dependence dMiddle East invests in indoor ag as import dependence

Water scarcity and climate shocks are pushing the region to grow more food under glass. New investment programs in the Gulf are driving rapid expansion of high-tech indoor farms, while Egypt, Turkey, and the Levant continue to balance local production with import needs.

December 03 , 2025

Pear-fect comeback: Northwest crop up 78 percent as harvest wraps

After last year’s reduced volumes, USA Pears reports higher yields across all 10 varieties in the region, with the popular Bosc leading the boost.

December 03 , 2025