Chiquita returns to Bocas del Toro with $30M investment

The announcement follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between Chiquita and Panamanian authorities in August, establishing a framework to reorganize the local banana sector.

September 24 , 2025

Avocado shipments surge in the US and Europe, decline in China

California gained ground in the US avocado market last week. But another key supplier took a noticeable step back.

September 24 , 2025

Cosco Shipping pledges to maintain operational stability in the US despite new port charges

The fees on Chinese shipping operators and owners, or operators of Chinese vessels, will take effect on October 14, 2025.

September 24 , 2025

Sizing up California Navels: Quality remains key as crop faces market shifts

Despite a CDFA forecast showing a 6 percent production increase, California’s Navel orange season faces nuanced challenges, including pest pressures and export market declines.

September 24 , 2025

Chile secures Mexican market access for its oranges

Chilean oranges will soon make their debut in Mexico. The South American is a new supplier in a market dominated by US fresh oranges.

September 24 , 2025

Caleb Williams’ 888 Midas partners with Fruitist

The partnership will focus on making snacking on fruits a “core pillar of everyday wellness," by emphasizing that “what you put in your body matters." 

September 23 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Big Washington apple crop presents retailers with big opportunities

While early projections called for 142 million boxes, many in the industry say the final number will likely fall between 125 and 130 million.

September 23 , 2025

Guatemala fresh mango exports to the US surpass 32 million pounds

Guatemala's Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food (MAGA) says 70.5 percent of mangoes inspected from January to August were destined for the US.

September 23 , 2025

Illinois pumpkin season defies early chills and spills

Autumn chills couldn’t squash the season—Illinois pumpkins are rolling in just in time for pies, porches, and spice.

September 23 , 2025

Spanish Citrus Management Association says EU is living under "permanent phytosanitary alert" 

The Citrus Management Committee (CGC) expressed concerns about the state of the European Union's citrus industry phytosanitary conditions after the discovery of the peach fruit fly in Greece.

September 23 , 2025