Peruvian grape volume up 9%

The U.S. received 47% of Peru’s overall shipments in 2022. It  is expected to remain the top export destination for Peruvian grapes.

October 05 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: Chilean cherry industry gears up for a record-breaking season

Over the last seven years, cherry production has witnessed an impressive annual average growth rate of 29%.

October 05 , 2023

Jeff Oberman steps down at California Avocado Commission 

The California Avocado Commission (CAC) announced Oct. 4 that Jeff Oberman, who served as president and CEO of the organization since October 2022, has left the organization to pursue other interests.

October 05 , 2023

MAC partnerships support events in target markets

MAC has specifically targeted Michigan and Chicago for more than a decade, with these geographic areas considered “local” for Michigan Apples. 

October 05 , 2023

North Bay outlines upcoming shipping plans

North Bay’s Florida strawberry production will begin about Nov. 25 and end in April. North Bay also has strawberries growing in California to support the low season in Mexico and Florida. 

October 05 , 2023

Adverse weather brings mixed U.S. fruit yields for 2024

The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) estimates that apple, apricot, grape pear and sweet cherry production will be up, while peach, tart cherry and cranberry yields are expected to decrease.

October 04 , 2023

Westfalia appoints Wim Destoop as President Europe

Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh fruit, has announced the appointment of Wim Destoop as President Europe effective Oct. 2.

October 04 , 2023

Superfresh Growers anticipates good quality Autumn Glory apple season

“We are seeing record-setting quality with extraordinarily clean fruit, in addition to a slightly extended selling window compared to previous seasons,” says President Conner O’Malley. 

October 04 , 2023

Sun World Makes Monumental Investment In Marketing AUTUMNCRISP® Grapes

Sun World aims to transform the table grape category with a first of its kind global marketing campaign for AUTUMNCRISP® grapes.

October 04 , 2023

Mexican mango: U.S. consumption and trade on the rise

Mexican mango continues its successful stride through the U.S. market, which accounts for 97% of overall shipments. The ongoing season is projected to have a 2% uptick in volume year-on-year.

October 04 , 2023