First in vitro pineapple plants in the Dominican Republic

The laboratory's purpose is to serve Dominican agricultural producers, maintain the quality and safety of planted materials, stabilize production costs, and provide farmers with high-genetic value plants.

July 03 , 2024

New non-browning bananas in the Philippines

July 03 , 2024

Apple market size expected to see steady growth, report shows

The growth in the next four years is mostly attributed to health and wellness trends, climate resilience, global trade dynamics, consumer preferences, sustainability initiatives, market innovation, and supply chain efficiency.

July 03 , 2024

Texas grapefruits gain access to new market worth $5M/year

“This market access is a direct result of APHIS’ negotiations over many years,” said USDA’s Jenny Lester Moffitt, Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs.

July 02 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: An overview of recent global grape production trends

Despite weather woes, Peru continues to lead as the top exporter of grapes, although its output has contracted. Chile, another major player in the grape industry, is also seeing a downturn in its production.

July 02 , 2024

Sweet C mandarins from South Africa arrive in China with new brand mascot

Feedback from Chinese clients indicates that using the character as part of in-store promotions, and especially as a life-sized mascot, invites great interaction with children and their parents.

July 02 , 2024

Peru’s ProArándanos: “We will remain the world’s top blueberry exporter”

General Manager Luis Miguel Vegas addresses the season's projections and challenges as the South American powerhouse continues to dominate the global blueberry market.

July 02 , 2024

Michoacán avocado shipments to the U.S. will resume this week, officials say

In mid-May, the United States temporarily suspended imports from the western Mexican state, following an incident where Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) workers were assaulted and detained by protesters. 

July 01 , 2024

CDFA accepting grant applications for Proactive IPM Solutions Program

A total of $1.1 million is available in this grant cycle. 

July 01 , 2024

Peru and China update phytosanitary protocols for air shipments of table grapes

Peruvian Foreign Minister Javier González-Olaechea Franco was in charge of signing the update of phytosanitary protocols for exporting Peruvian table grapes by air to the Chinese market.

July 01 , 2024