Agronometrics in Charts: The light at the end of the tunnel for Florida’s orange industry

While this figure represents a reduction of approximately 8 million boxes in comparison to the initial October 2022 estimate, it notably exceeds the previous season's output of 15.9 million boxes.

November 14 , 2023

Budget scoring delaying new farm bill

The 2018 farm bill expired Sep. 30, and many farm safety programs are set to expire as well if lawmakers don’t pass a new bill by Jan. 1.

November 13 , 2023

Ecuadorian banana industry sets new support price

This fee "must be received by the banana producer, for each of the different types of boxes and their specifications, of bananas, plantains and other musaceae for export, for any act or contract of trade permitted by this law".

November 13 , 2023

FreshPro Foods announces new VP for merchandising, sales, and business development

Savanello, an industry veteran of more than 35 years was most recently awarded the 2022 IFPA Retail Innovation Award.

November 13 , 2023

Chilean cherries hit by unexpected November rains

A phenomenon likely attributed to El Niño, rains are not only highly uncommon during the spring and summer months in Chile, but these  may  become the most intense November rains in over a decade.

November 13 , 2023

USDA enhancing U.S. specialty crop sector competitiveness 

USDA is encouraging U.S. specialty crops stakeholders to submit comments on how USDA can better support and meet the needs of the industry.

November 13 , 2023

27 Georgia counties declared disaster areas

The total economic loss caused by Hurricane Idalia is still being calculated by the Farm Service Agency and University of Georgia Extension.

November 10 , 2023

Calif. Fresh Fruit Association names new president

“I could not be more thrilled to join the great team at CFFA,” says newly elected President, Daniel Hartwig.

November 10 , 2023

Kanzi apples a great option for holidays

Kanzi apples are available all season long with both conventional and organic offerings.

November 10 , 2023

Amazon Fresh delivery and pick up now available to non-Prime users

Additionally, the company hopes to expand grocery delivery and pick up from Whole Foods Market.

November 10 , 2023