Persimmon season starts late, but marketing muscle keeps retailers in the game

Warm autumn weather delayed the first blush of California persimmons, but growers say the crop is still delivering on flavor and volume. With new merchandising tools and rising interest in specialty varieties, retailers have plenty to promote.

November 24 , 2025

California’s almond acreage shrinks for fourth consecutive year

The Almond Board of California says the year-over-year decrease in planted almond land area is one of the culprits behind the industry's contraction.

November 24 , 2025

Frutas de Chile President on US Tariff exemptions: 'A pity' key exports were excluded

Chilean fruit is experiencing strong headwinds in the US market, but industry leader Ivan Marambio remains hopeful and emphasizes the work in solidifying the country’s relationship with its largest trade partner. 

November 24 , 2025

White House removes all tariffs on dozens of Brazilian agricultural imports

Brazilian products, including coffee, tropical fruits, fruit juices, bananas, oranges, tomatoes, and beef, are now exempt from the additional 40 percent tariff imposed in July amid political tensions.

November 21 , 2025

Forests take root in COP30 agenda as new report links trees to farm resilience

As deforestation heats up fields and laborers alike, scientists say restoring forests could cool things down and boost crop yields. The new analysis links tree cover to everything from water security to worker health.

November 21 , 2025

The rise of Colombian avocados in the US

With exports to the United States on the rise, Colombian avocados are becoming a more common sight on American grocery shelves.

November 21 , 2025

Bananas are Europe's #1 fruit, outranking apples and oranges

The Fyffes survey, conducted by NielsenIQ, showed that consumers valued banana's convenience and health benefits, and most of them are not acutely aware of prices.

November 21 , 2025

BOB takes the aisle: Behind Del Monte’s robot rollout and its fresh way to sell fruit

After going viral in the US, the roaming BOB is now winning over shoppers in France. The produce giant says it’s ready to explore more innovative, tech-driven ways to revolutionize the grocery aisle.

November 21 , 2025

South Africa's orange growers elated over US tariff exemption, but lament the exclusion of mandarins

The provision once again makes South African oranges competitive in the US market. The country's citrus exports to America have almost doubled since 2017.

November 21 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: The keys behind Peru's unprecedented 2025-26 table grape market expansion

The US remains the top destination as Peru refines its place in the global table grape market. Smart harvest planning and a pivot to patented seedless varieties are boosting both quality and reach.

November 20 , 2025