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Molecular technique seeks rapid detection of citrus black spot

"The main objective of this protocol is to provide the citrus industry with an effective and reliable tool for the rapid diagnosis of this devastating disease," said Ceferino Flores, researcher at INTA Yuto.
August 07 , 2024

Chile and Brazil sign a series of trade and food market opening agreements

The agreements were sealed in the presence of the presidents of Chile, Gabriel Boric, and Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
August 07 , 2024

Spanish Agriculture Association forecasts a decrease in lemons

The Association called on commercial operators, exporting companies, cooperatives, and processing industries for proper management of the upcoming lemon campaign.
August 07 , 2024

Fresh guacamole recalled in Minneapolis

The guacamole was sold at Lunds & Byerlys grocery stores located throughout the Twin Cities area and St. Cloud.
August 07 , 2024

Avocado prices soar in the U.S. market, Europe sees volume uptick

Mexico again led shipments to the U.S., closely followed by Peru and California.
August 07 , 2024

Q&A: Commercial strategy of the Colombian citrus sector

Continuing our analysis of the Colombian citrus industry, FreshFruitPortal.com spoke to Asofrucol Manager Álvaro Ernesto Palacio to learn about the strategies, developments, and profitability of the industry looking to the future.
August 07 , 2024

Two invasive fruit fly quarantines lifted in Southern California

The Mediterranean fruit fly quarantine ended nearly nine months after officials first detected populations in the Leimert Park neighborhood of Los Angeles.
August 06 , 2024

University of Florida asks ag producers to share adverse impacts of Hurricane Debby

Survey participation should take between 10 and 20 minutes. Answers are confidential.
August 06 , 2024

Agronometrics Shorts: US fresh mango market recovering after supply shortages

Despite El Niño negatively impacting south american supplies in early 2024, it looks like this popular crop's market is poised for recovery.
August 06 , 2024

APHIS leading the fight against invasive fruit fly species in the US

APHIS and state officials are trying to eradicate five introduced species: the Oriental, Tau, Mexican, Queensland, and Mediterranean fruit flies.
August 06 , 2024