Researchers warn about UV usage for strawberry pests

Most farmers spray chemicals on their strawberries to thwart the mites. But UF/IFAS scientists are trying to find ways to reduce growers’ use of miticides.

June 02 , 2023

Envy apples are at the top of the market this summer

NielsenIQ reports over the last six months that increases in the Consumer Demand Index placed Envy as the top branded apple of choice in the South region and second in all the others. 

June 01 , 2023

South Africa citrus volume up from 2022

The latest estimate for the 2023 South Africa citrus is 165.6 million cartons, which is 800,000 more than last year. 

June 01 , 2023

Brazil presents world’s first yellowing-resistant orange variety

The disease, also called citrus variegated chlorosis (CVC), has plagued Brazilian orchards since the 1980s. It can be spread by insect vectors or contaminated seedlings.

June 01 , 2023

AgroFresh announces additions to its Apple Complete portfolio

AgroFresh is hosting a virtual webinar to announce new addition to it's “Apple Complete” portfolio on June 1, 2023, at 11:00 am EST.

June 01 , 2023

Marketing campaigns for Chilean green kiwifruit in the U.S. kick-off

While the Chilean Kiwifruit Committee is projecting a 14% year-on-year decrease in volume, fruit quality is expected to be superior. 

June 01 , 2023

Kenyan Hass avocado industry eyes U.S. admission

The draft pest risk assessment will be available for review and comment until June 29, 2023.

May 31 , 2023

DiSilva Fruit anticipates strong summer citrus volumes

The company’s offerings include Mandarins, Navels and Lemons in 3lb and 4lb consumer packages as well as standard citrus cartons. 

May 31 , 2023

Peruvian table grape exports rise by 35% in 2023

With large shipment peaks at the beginning of the year now coming to an end, the sector is currently experiencing a slower period of growth.

May 31 , 2023

LatAm banana industry fighting Fusarium RT4

The Fusarium RT4 fungus has a confirmed presence in 20 Latin American countries, with the sector’s main players calling it “the industry’s biggest challenge”.

May 31 , 2023