The Top Seven

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

June 01 , 2024

Guatemala and Nicaragua close their mango season

The Guatemala season ended on May 25th with a total volume of approximately  3.5 million boxes.  

May 31 , 2024

Avocado market value could almost double in the next decade

By the end of 2034, the global avocado market is forecasted to be valued at US$ 34.18 billion, with the North American market expected to reach US$ 8.31 billion.

May 31 , 2024

USDA to award over $7M to strengthen food supply chain infrastructure

The funding is set to support projects that expand capacity for processing, aggregation, and distribution of agricultural products to create more and better markets for producers.

May 31 , 2024

Spain calls for quarantine following African Citrus Greening confirmation in South Africa

South Africa’s Citrus Research International (CRI) has confirmed the presence of citrus greening disease (HLB) in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape.

May 31 , 2024

South African blueberry season begins

Brent Walsh, CEO of BerriesZA, speaks about his expectations for this upcoming season and the industry's plans to reach new markets.

May 31 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Exports of Colombian avocados projected up 50% in the US market

During the peak of this season, the U.S. market can expect over 50 containers of avocados per week from Colombia, with volumes gradually decreasing as the season progresses.

May 30 , 2024

Orange peel extract found to improve heart health

A team of researchers explore the the potential of orange peel extracts, rich in beneficial phytochemicals, to reduce the potential for cardiovascular disease.

May 30 , 2024

Chiquita ex-Ops Chief doubles down on extortion claim

EarthRights, the firm representing the families and other civilians involved, alleges that Chiquita is liable for the deaths of 10 workers.

May 30 , 2024

Dominican Republic racing to grow in the global mango export scene

Rafael Leger, president of the Dominican Republic's Mango Cluster, PROMANGO, speaks about mango exports and the future of local varieties in international markets.

May 30 , 2024