U.S.: GM non-browning Arctic apple expands into foodservice

“Arctic apples’ nonbrowning trait offers a key benefit to the foodservice industry - including less prep, less waste and better taste,” said the company. 

August 13 , 2019

Image of peculiar 'long neck' avocado goes viral

Florida-based fruit supplier Miami Fruit last week posted an image of an interesting looking avocado that has caught the attention of thousands.

August 07 , 2019

Opinion: Foretelling the Mexican mango season wind down

"This time of year we are besieged with industry 'expert' misconceptions, misinformation and inaccurate interpretations of the facts," saysNissa Pierson of Crespo Organic Mangoes.

August 06 , 2019

Chinese cherry production, imports to rise in 2019-20

According to the USDA's report, the Chinese industry is expected to see a 23% year-on-year rise in production to 420,000 metric tons (MT) this coming season.

July 18 , 2019

How California avocado growers keep Persea mites from ruining the Super Bowl

Avocados are not only one of America’s favorite fruits. A tiny arthropod also loves them so much that it feeds on their leaves in 99% of California’s avocado orchards. Check out our guide on how to use biocontrol to limit the damage.

July 10 , 2019

China imports record banana volume

As China's domestic banana crops suffer from Panama Disease, the nation is becoming more reliant on supplies from Southeast Asia and South America.

June 24 , 2019

U.S.: Feeding America and Collaborative for Fresh Produce team up to fight food waste

With Feeding America's investment, the Collaborative for Fresh Produce says it will partner with commercial farmers and food banks to hone a sustainable model meant to help the hungry.

June 11 , 2019

Washington cherries from Rainier Fruit - The taste of summer from the premium supplier

The prime growing conditions of Washington State create the perfect plump, juicy, and flavor-packed cherries enjoyed around the world and Rainier Fruit has long been a trusted brand that always delivers on quality and flavor.

May 23 , 2019

Apples in Charts: Honeycrisp, the queen of the U.S. market

Average prices of Honeycrisp apples have been far higher than the rest of the pack, as can be seen in the USDA data illustrated in our charts.

May 22 , 2019

Blueberries in Charts: Prices enter their jumpy phase

Agronometrics highlights some of the particularities surrounding blueberries and predicts that prices will rise for a few more days and then drop back down as domestic volumes ramp up.

April 09 , 2019