Agrovision raises $100 Million in equity financing to further fuel global distribution and accelerate product innovation

The funding comes after a period of growth as Agrovision, sold under the Fruitist and Big Skye brands, nearly tripled sales in the past three years.

August 06 , 2024

Mandarin bearing acreage increases in California

According to the report, the fruit estimated statewide bearing acreage increased a total of 3,000 acreages between 2021 and 2023.

August 06 , 2024

Analysis of the profitability of avocado varieties in Mexico

For Grupo Enorma Founder Luis Enrique Ortiz, the Hass variety continues to be the star, "but in terms of profitability I think it is going to be left behind because it is not the most productive variety."

August 06 , 2024

Hass avocado market expected to grow exponentially in five years

The increase in revenue is attributed to a growing number of health-conscious consumers and the increase in the middle-class population becoming aware of the value of healthy foods and health benefits. 

August 06 , 2024

Hurricane Debby threatens US East Coast with major flooding

Forecasters are warning of life-threatening storm surges in Florida and major flooding across southeastern states.

August 05 , 2024

Valencia avocado production to rise by 50% this season

With a 30% increase in productive acreage, the Valencian Community already accounts for 15% of the national area.

August 05 , 2024

Hortifrut Ecuador ships first blueberries of the season to the U.S.

During this season, 35 containers of blueberries are expected to be shipped by sea from Guayaquil.

August 05 , 2024

Mango shipments from Mexico to the United States on the rise

The top three mango varieties shipped to the U.S. market were Kent (63%), Keitt (20%), and Ataulfo (14%).

August 05 , 2024

Colombian citrus and its challenges

The Colombian Horticultural Association, Asohofrucol, reported that in 2023 most of Colombia's citrus production was oranges, 755,155 tons, followed by lemons with 541,236 tons, 316,338 tons of Tahiti limes, and 318,521 tons of mandarins. 

August 05 , 2024

The Top Seven

These are FreshFruitPortal.com's top seven stories of the week.

August 03 , 2024