Proposed H-2A reforms spark debate over wages and worker rights

Bill supporters see workforce relief, while advocacy groups raise concerns that the proposed measures could prioritize employer cost-savings over worker protections.

July 02 , 2026

ProForest Avocado gains US support as a Deforestation-Free Avocado certification

Several American retailers already offer fruit certified under this program, which is supported by 60 packing companies from south of the Rio Grande, Mexico.

July 02 , 2026

Agronometrics in Charts: How China’s massive table grape output is rewriting global trade flows

Seven consecutive years of production growth are reshaping Southeast Asian trade, challenging Southern Hemisphere origins as the import window narrows.

July 02 , 2026

Biofertilizer market to expand to $6.94 billion by 2031

More stringent government regulations and consumers’ appetite for “clean and organic” are expected to drive growth, particularly in Europe.

July 02 , 2026

Brazilian citrus belt faces sour season on weather, disease-struck yields

Extreme weather heavily impacted fruit set, marking a challenging transition.

July 02 , 2026

Kroger to acquire Giant Eagle for $1.65 billion

The retailer explained the acquisition was carefully studied and presented a strategic opportunity for the company. 

July 01 , 2026

Lawmakers from California urge the USDA for emergency funds to contain deadly grape pest 

Supported by 10 US Representatives, the effort is requesting $32.2 million to help eradicate the glassy-winged sharpshooter, whose economic impact on the industry could amount to $104 million annually. 

July 01 , 2026

Chilean stone fruit industry eyes strategic pivot to restore consumer trust

Faced with a tight marketing window, growers are looking to diversify destinations and prioritize eating quality over early arrival.

July 01 , 2026

Peruvian avocado exports hit 60 percent milestone amid season adjustments

Weather woes ultimately forced a downward revision of projections, with shipments now expected to reach 2025 levels.

July 01 , 2026

Raspberries in the UK reach record sweetness levels, consolidating demand boom

A mild spring allowed plants to develop robust root systems and bigger foliage, while also preventing premature heat stress.

July 01 , 2026