Agronometrics in Charts: Peach prices skyrocket as Georgia loses 90% of its crop to heat waves

U.S. production is expected to drop over 100,000 tons due to late winter and early spring freezes impacting crops in the top three growing states of California, South Carolina, and Georgia.

July 11 , 2023

National Watermelon Promotion Board boosts consumption with Slice of Happy campaign

Volumes for the past year remained strong, at approximately 1.76 billion pounds.

July 11 , 2023

Cherry production in Northern Hemisphere to increase 50%

Good harvest weather in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Montana has improved cherry blossom, the industry projects 19.9 million 20-pound boxes this season.

July 11 , 2023

Italian pears can now be exported to China

The agreement was signed by the Undersecretary for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Giorgio Silli, and the Minister of the Chinese Customs Administration, Yu  Jianhua and announced via the entity’s website.

July 10 , 2023

Organic pioneer Misionero celebrates 50 years

Misionero continues to shape the American diet, offering exceptional organic products and innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of consumers.

July 10 , 2023

The world's southernmost cherries are produced using artificial light

In a small town along the Carretera Austral, there is no natural heat to produce cherries, which means producers must create a microclimate to grow the fruit, protecting it from the cold and heavy winds. 

July 10 , 2023

Sun Belle announces new berry supply chain director

Ian Grigg will be managing supply from production through order fulfillment. He rejoined Sun Belle at the end of May.

July 10 , 2023

Vertical farming global market to reach $10.3B by 2030

As world population continues to increase, food security has entered a global crisis, with new alternatives to traditional production methods arising.

July 10 , 2023

Chiquita’s campaign: “It Peels so Good”

The campaign aims at reinforcing Chiquita’s leadership role in the banana category while celebrating its quality, taste, personality, and heritage.  

July 07 , 2023

Canadian duty changes are coming

The federal government is launching a multi-year initiative that will transform the collection of duties and taxes for goods imported into Canada.

July 07 , 2023