UK regulation could impose more controls on EU fresh produce imports

Under Defra’s proposed changes, common exports like tomatoes, peppers, apples, pears, grapes, or strawberries, which totaled 1 million tons in 2022, would be recategorized as medium-risk and subjected to heightened controls and additional red tape.

March 12 , 2024

South Africa's consumer food inflation mirrors global concerns

Unfavorable weather conditions, with persistent dryness and heatwaves throughout the summer, concern consumers about where inflation will go in 2024.

March 12 , 2024

Argentine pear production hit by drought and heat

CAFI President Nicolás Sánchez told FreshFruitPortal.com that Argentina currently has 49,421 acres planted with pears, but that poor weather and above-average drought conditions in January and February stalled production in 2023-24.

March 12 , 2024

Unifrutti adds to Latam scope with double acquisition

In January, the firm announced the acquisition of Chilean company Verfrut. The purchase helped the group to become one of the largest production centers for grapes and cherries globally.

March 11 , 2024

Citrus sector drives Brazil’s ag employment, even as inventory remains low

Brazil’s citrus sector continued to drive job growth in the country’s agriculture industry, according to 2023 employment data compiled by CitrusBR. Orange juice inventory, however, remains low.

March 11 , 2024

Relief for tight U.S. mango market nears, as Mexican shipments ramp up

The drop in volume from Peru this season was caused by the El Niño phenomenon which brought elevated temperatures that adversely influenced the flowering of mango trees.

March 11 , 2024

Peruvian avocado prices 40% to 50% higher than last season

Juan Carlos Paredes, president of ProHass, the Peruvian Association of Producers and Exporters of Hass Avocado expects good prices to remain until week 25.

March 11 , 2024

Chilli thrips threaten U.S. fruit growers in several states

This insect mainly feeds on the sap of young leaves and buds. But all above-ground parts of its host plants may become discolored by its feeding.

March 11 , 2024

Ecuadorian soursop finds opportunities and challenges in Europe

The growth of the fresh soursop industry, which between 2021 and 2022 increased from 121 to 243 tons exported, has generated interest on the part of new producers and exporters to enter the European Union market.

March 11 , 2024

Aldi to open 800 stores in the US

The plan will come from a $9 billion investment from the German company over the next five years, with locations throughout the country. In the Northeast and Midwest, it will add nearly 330 stores.

March 08 , 2024