IFPA CEO Cathy Burns urges industry to 'Fight for Fresh' amid tariff disruptions and climate change threat

During her keynote at the Global Produce & Floral Show in Anaheim, Cathy Burns outlined how the association’s core beliefs are driving advocacy, innovation, and resilience across the fresh produce industry.

October 16 , 2025

Much more than a side dish: EarthFresh revolutionizes the market with its Butter Potato Program

The company is introducing a range of butter-rich potatoes bred to perform. From chefs and retailers, to everyday cooks, the feedback on these creamy spuds has been overwhelmingly positive.

October 16 , 2025

Global blueberry industry leaders gathered in South Africa for impactful Berries ZA-hosted IBO Summit 2025

The Berries Za team planned two years in advance to organize an impactful three-day program featuring industry panels, keynote discussions, and IBO insider announcements.

October 16 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Chilean avocado production holds steady following record year

Following its second-largest harvest ever, Chile’s avocado industry is aiming for consistency over growth. With tech-driven farming and sustainability at its core, the sector is positioning itself as a steady supplier in a competitive global market.

October 16 , 2025

Unlocking Chile's pine nut potential: Investment, technology, and sustainability

High profitability and growing global demand, are opening new opportunities for the prized Mediterranean pine nut, as a strategic crop in Chile.

October 16 , 2025

Catalytic Generators: Over five decades providing safe and efficient fruit ripening solutions

Catalytic Generators created the world’s first easy and safe ethylene applicator for produce ripening. CEO and President Greg Akins talked to FreshFruitPortal.com about how this innovation revolutionized the industry.

October 16 , 2025

From field to forecast: How Trapview is revolutionizing pest management in agriculture

The brand presented Trapview Scouting, a smart pest monitoring platform that uses manual traps, saving professionals time and effort by identifying pests, providing meteorological data, and helping with monitoring.

October 16 , 2025

Backlog and delays persist at the Port of Antwerp as pilots maintain "maximum rest" actions

The suspension benefits the ports of Antwerp and Zeebrugge and will remain in effect until October 24.

October 15 , 2025

Wisconsin cranberry growers weather the perfect storm this season

After three consecutive banner years, the state is projecting smaller volumes for the 2025 season. But then the weather lowered the numbers further.  

October 15 , 2025

Groundbreaking cherry harvest in Argentina's Jujuy Valley creates new market opportunity

These early Argentine cherries open up the country to a new niche market for both domestic consumers and early exports.

October 15 , 2025