Citrus greening quarantine areas to expand in California

The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has announced it is expanding the areas quarantined for Huanglongbing (HLB; citrus greening) in California, with immediate effect.

June 29 , 2022

Mexico's countrywide avocado expansion could strengthen sector

The expansion of large-scale avocado production in Mexico beyond Michoacán is likely to reinforce the country's position as the leading exporter of the fruit to the U.S.

June 29 , 2022

Winifred Mary Pandol passes away

It is with great sorrow that Pandol Bros., Inc. announces the passing of Winifred Mary Pandol (nee Zaninovich), who died on Saturday, June 25, 2022, in Bakersfield, California.

June 28 , 2022

Driscoll’s acquires Berry Gardens Limited

Driscoll’s has announced the acquisition of Berry Gardens Limited, the sales, packaging and distribution entity of Berry Gardens Grower Cooperative (BGG).

June 27 , 2022

Calavo Growers, Inc. names Danny Dumas to lead Grown segment

Calavo Growers, Inc. has announced that Danny Dumas will take on the role of Senior Vice President & General Manager Calavo Grown on July 11, replacing Robert Wedin.

June 27 , 2022

Positive season for Argentinian lemons despite challenges

Argentinian lemon production for the 2021/22 season rose to 1.90 million tons from the previous 1.8 million tons thanks to favorable weather conditions

June 27 , 2022

Mexico’s “huge opportunity” in emerging export markets

Mexican growers can benefit from untapped potential in markets from Asia-Pacific to Europe by looking beyond traditional destinations.

June 27 , 2022

Australia’s fruit and vegetable shortages to continue for six weeks

As the impact of floods and cold weather hits Australia, the farmer’s federation predicts that fruit and vegetable shortages will continue for six weeks, but warns that distribution issues and high prices could persist.

June 24 , 2022

Camposol makes good progress towards year-round avocado supply

With its avocado season in full swing, Camposol is broadening its focus to include additional areas to develop further sourcing alternatives and strengthen year-round avocado supply.

June 24 , 2022

California Giant forecasts "strong harvest" for blueberries

California Giant Berry Farms has revealed that it expects the blueberry season to bring high yields and exceptional quality this summer, as consumer demand remains firmly in place.

June 24 , 2022