India reduces tariffs on U.S. blueberries and cranberries

India has agreed to reduce tariffs on some U.S. ag products including fresh, frozen, and dried blueberries and cranberries, a move that expands economic opportunities to this critical market.

September 13 , 2023

Costa Rica accounts for 84% of U.S. pineapple imports

The United States is the main market for Costa Rican pineapples, the quality of the fruit has led to an increase in per-capita consumption in U.S. households.

September 13 , 2023

XX Banana Time to gather the sector in Ecuador

The event will include experience exchanges, commercial exhibitions and business roundtables, set to provide attendees with “a complete overview of innovations and trends that will shape the sector’s future and that guarantee commercial benefits for Ecuador as a producing country.”

September 13 , 2023

Westfalia USA’s avocados go plastic free

The newly unveiled packaging will be showcased at Southern Innovations in Charlotte, N.C. this week. 

September 13 , 2023

Glimpse the Future at the Global Show: IFPA State of the Industry

This highly anticipated address will be Thursday, Oct. 19 at 8:20 AM and will preview the worlds of technology and innovation, sustainability and advocacy, talent attraction and workforce development, consumer trends, and tomorrow’s priorities.

September 13 , 2023

Michigan apple harvest going strong

Michigan’s official 2023 apple crop estimate is 32 million bushels, close to the record 32.38 million bushels recorded in 2022. The average annual crop size is approximately 24 million bushels.

September 12 , 2023

Guacamole Day: Celebrating a flavorful and healthy recipe

An increasingly popular recipe thanks to its many health benefits, rising consumption and popularity have earned guacamole its very own national day on Sep. 16.

September 12 , 2023

Kroger, Albertsons planning to sell over 400 stores to C&S Wholesale Grocers in anticipation of merger deal

The planned divestiture would help the companies relieve skepticism from antitrust regulators regarding their merger. 

September 12 , 2023

Australian orange sector warns about price surges

Increasing production costs and unsustainable short-term contracts are putting pressure on the country's orange growers.

September 12 , 2023

Agronometrics Shorts: California dominating U.S. peach production

In 2022, California harvested a whopping 475,000 tons of peaches, leaving South Carolina a distant second at 67,400 tons, and Georgia trailing in third place with 24,800 tons.

September 12 , 2023