Chile’s latest grape forecast pegs exports 10% down in 2022-23

The new forecast indicates that exports would reach 67.1 million boxes. Of this amount, 36 million boxes will be of new varieties, while 19.5 million boxes will consist of traditional varieties.

February 17 , 2023

IFG introduces new names for Low-Chill Cheery Cherry Line

Fruit from commercial orchards will begin to ship in 2023 from Spain and Chile, with cherries from California available in 2024.

February 16 , 2023

What did we hear at Fruit Logistica last week?

John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, discusses the Fruit Logistica conference, which took place last week in Berlin.

February 16 , 2023

Mexican avocado exports to the U.S. now worth $3B

The country’s sustainable practices and an efficient and effective use of water resources have allowed the industry to secure surplus volumes in order to set annual records in the international market.

February 15 , 2023

USDA berry figures dominated by Peru and Mexico

The detailed 18-page report, which is public information, addresses volumes of berries placed in the market since Jan. 1, 2023.

February 15 , 2023

Peruvian avocado industry forecasts 13% rise in exports

After a positive 2022, the Peruvian avocado industry is preparing to export an estimated 624,000 tons of the fruit in the 2023 season.

February 14 , 2023

Pacific Trellis Fruit announces new specialty imported plums

Pacific Trellis Fruit, a year-round grower, shipper, and marketer of premium fresh fruit announced four new imported specialty plum varieties.

February 13 , 2023

Mexican spring veg in ‘Go Weather’

Eggplant sales are expected to go up for Ash Wednesday and new sets of cucumbers and zucchini will be coming into production.

February 13 , 2023

Kapi Kapi to debut sustainably grown bananas and pineapples

The company invests heavily in farm and packhouse food safety as well as health and education programs, while taking care to make a positive impact on the environment.

February 10 , 2023

Spain launches new heat-resistant apple variety

The variety is capable of thriving in high temperatures, allowing this cultivar to easily adapt to less favorable climatic conditions.