China and Chile set up a fully digital phytosanitary certification system for exports

During the 2025–26 export season, Chile has already shipped over 663,000 electronically certified products to China.

April 23 , 2026

APHIS expands Mexican Fruit Fly quarantine in California

All detections of Mexfly in La Mesa occurred on residential properties.

April 23 , 2026

Sun World celebrates court ruling confirming plant variety protection for Midnight Beauty in Egypt

The firm praised the decision, saying it provides great confidence to bring the company’s latest varieties and technologies to the African country.

April 22 , 2026

Most US melons are kicking off 2026 with strong prices and plenty of optimism

From January to mid-March, cantaloupe prices were lower than last year.

April 22 , 2026

New Year’s drives 29 percent avocado unit sales growth

Despite a 16.2 percent decline in average selling price, consumer demand remained strong.

April 22 , 2026

Chile’s cherry industry pivots its strategy as Chinese consumer expectations tighten

The 7th Global Cherry Summit in Santiago, Chile, brought together 1,800 key players from across the cherry supply chain.

April 22 , 2026

Chinese produce supplier rolls out new pesticide program to help growers meet global export standards

Onedayone Group’s new initiative is already running in ginger-producing areas.

April 22 , 2026

Microbes may be the fix for smoke-tainted grapes

Crops affected by wildfire exposure could be salvaged by a naturally occurring bacterium.

April 22 , 2026

Brazil opens new markets for fruits such as avocados, apples, and citrus in the Middle East and Central America

April 21 , 2026

Chilean cherry sector seeks new balance as costs rise and returns tighten

Despite current challenges, the Andean country retains key advantages, including established production expertise and steady global demand.

April 21 , 2026