Peruvian mango exports to the U.S. drop 35%

Lower production volumes caused by hot weather generated a shortage of mangoes in the U.S., taking into account that Ecuador is also facing a similar situation.

January 05 , 2024

WA Farm Direct exports the first Australian Ondine flat nectarines and peaches  

This marks the first-ever export of these summer fruits from Australia. 

January 05 , 2024

Louisiana: Citrus greening quarantine extended to Saint Charles

An official release informs that HLB was found in plant tissue samples collected at multiple locations during routine surveys in Louisiana.

January 05 , 2024

Chilean cherries prepare for Chinese New Year

Chilean cherries are preparing for the Chinese New Year to be celebrated on February 10, where cherries are a very popular gift.

January 05 , 2024

Why marine insurance will be more unstable in the future

Mark Russel, head of cargo claims and large claims loss control at Gard, highlights the fact that global conflicts affect international trade and thus marine insurance, creating uncertainty about the future. 

January 04 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: A look at the U.S. table grape market

U.S. table grape imports for 2023-24 are forecast to rise slightly to 760,000 tons, assuming normal Panama Canal shipping volumes.

January 04 , 2024

Patrick Mills named West/Canada retail promotion director for Idaho Potato Commission

Patrick Mills has joined the Idaho Potato Commission as retail promotion director West/Canada following the retirement of Kent Beesley.

January 04 , 2024

Looking ahead at the effects of climate on Peruvian produce

This season, Peru was one of the most affected countries by the El Niño phenomenon, with export volumes of different fruits dropping after years on the rise. 

January 04 , 2024

IFPA highlights 10 key impacts in 2023

“We do so much more together as an association than any individual or company can do on their own,” says IFPA CEO Cathy Burns.

January 03 , 2024

UF study - Can urban agriculture sow sustainable food production, resilient communities?

Urban agriculture could promote a positive influence on supplementing food supply, fostering water-quality improvements, potentially decreasing carbon footprints, promoting health benefits through consumption of fruits and vegetables.

January 03 , 2024