Chiquita loses insurance appeal connected to paramilitary financing case

The case involves the families of six Americans killed by the Armed Revolutionary Forces of Colombia (FARC).

May 14 , 2024

California stone fruit growers anticipate positive season

Overall, growers report the weather has been very good this season, which allowed the harvest to start about a week earlier. 

May 14 , 2024

Australian avocados enter Indian market

May 13 , 2024

China to source blueberries from Serbia

On May 8, the General Administration of Customs of China issued a document establishing the phytosanitary requirements that the Balkan peninsula country in southeastern Europe must meet in order to export fresh blueberries to the Asian giant's market.

May 13 , 2024

California almond forecast up for 2024

The forecasted yield is 2,170 pounds per acre, up 380 pounds from the 2023 harvest.

May 13 , 2024

Orange production in Brazil to drop 24% in 2024

President Lourival Carmo Monaco said during a presentation that total production will reach 232,3 million 40.8kg boxes in 2024, a 24% decrease from the previous season. 

May 13 , 2024

Global lemon production projected to grow

Based on data presented, the association forecasts global lemon production at 7 million tons, 5% up compared to the previous campaign. 

May 13 , 2024

Florida citrus remains hopeful amidst production decline

May 13 , 2024

North American imports of Chilean grapes to hit 40 million boxes in 2023-24

The sector is looking at a total production of 62,5 million boxes, according to Frutas de Chile’s last industry survey. If realized, this would mean a 4% increase over earlier projections, which put production at 60 million boxes.

May 13 , 2024

The rise of mango and tropical fruits: New products and local growth

Tropical fruits have seen increased consumption and interest particularly among U.S. shoppers since the COVID-19 pandemic, as consumers look to more health-focused diets. However, the trend has a global presence with powerhouses such as China, Europe, and Latin America also participating.

May 12 , 2024