Florida on alert for predatory yellow-legged hornet

The Vespa velutina is an invasive hornet that preys on honey bees and honey bee larvae.

August 28 , 2023

Hilary ruins 20% of remaining Cal grape crop

Weather reports indicated that the storm’s record-shattering rains wreaked havoc in parts of Southern California, producing catastrophic flash floods and torrential debris flows in Riverside and San Bernardino counties.

August 28 , 2023

The Fresh Market expanding under Chilean management

The grocery chain is opening a new store in Indiana, pushing its location count to 160 across 22 states.

August 28 , 2023

California avocado growers’ stormy season winds down

This season, avocado growers welcomed more rain than expected, which is beneficial to tree health. However, they had to brave tough market conditions and below-normal temperatures during the early and peak season.

August 28 , 2023

Lack of rain and extreme heat affecting Gaza grape production

This year Gaza produced around 4,000 tons of grapes, 60% less than in 2022, mainly due to extreme heat and lack of rain, Reuters reports. 

August 25 , 2023

USDA announces $12M agtech investment

The project will support 76 small businesses conducting high-quality research that addresses critical scientific challenges and opportunities in agriculture.

August 25 , 2023

Chilean citrus exports unaffected after recent rains

Export volume projections are expected to remain unchanged and no logistics issues have been reported by the sector.

August 25 , 2023

Empower Fresh Company welcomes Robert Austin as Vice President of Sales

August 25 , 2023

Agronometrics Shorts: Raspberry prices witness a 23% dip in week 33

There has also been a marginal reduction in volume owing to warm and humid weather in Mexico’s raspberry fields; it is anticipated that this trend shall be reversed in the upcoming weeks.

August 24 , 2023

Wind powered cargo ships reduce carbon emissions

The wing sails are expected to generate average fuel savings of up to 30% on new-build vessels. This could be even higher if used in combination with alternative fuels. 

August 24 , 2023