First import of Colombian sugar mango ready to debut in the U.S.

Preparations for entry to the U.S. market have been underway for several years, but finally, U.S. consumers will get their first taste of the pocket-sized mango.

February 28 , 2023

AALPUM undergoing change

Sergio Rene Lugo, will serve as acting director general of AALPUM until a permanent replacement is named.

February 27 , 2023

Strawberries could help fight heart disease, study says

The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) study showed that a diet low in fruit is among the top three risk factors for cardiovascular disease and diabetes. 

February 27 , 2023

Provid releases Peru grape statistics

The value of Peru’s table grape exports has increased steadily since 2012-13, when the total value was $380 billion. In 2021-22 the sector hit $1.37 billion.

February 27 , 2023

Changes in the European blueberry market

Blueberry growers face many challenges. Industry leaders will talk about them during the 11th International Blueberry Conference in Poland (March 9-10, 2023).

February 24 , 2023

Peru agriculture amongst those hurt in Russia fertilizer export sanctions

On several occasions Peru’s government tried and failed to secure imports. In the absence of alternatives, it began supporting a program to increase use of organic fertilizers from seabird excrement, known as guano.

February 23 , 2023

California avocado volume ramping up in March

Heavy January rains were welcomed throughout California’s avocado production areas. 

February 22 , 2023

Pure Flavor acquires Cervini Farms C5, looks ahead to further expansion

Pure Flavor looks to support the increased demand for fresh, greenhouse-grown fruits & vegetables year-round. 

February 21 , 2023

New Planasa R&D center seeks to boost berry production in Mexico

The center will be dedicated primarily to breeding programs for strawberries and blackberries, as well as research and development for all four major berry categories.

February 20 , 2023

Greg Wilson joins Sunrise Fresh

The company is a 4th generation, family-owned and operated grower, producer and processor of premium dried fruits and nuts. 

February 20 , 2023