Agronometrics: Mexico among top 3 producers of avocado, blackberry, raspberry and asparagus

This year Mexico is the world's leading producer of avocado and blackberry, it stands second in the production of green chile, lemon and raspberry and holds the third spot in the production of asparagus, guava and mango.

September 21 , 2023

AeroFarms emerges from bankruptcy

AeroFarms, Inc., based in Danville, VA, announced on Sept. 18 the successful completion of its restructuring process and the exit of its business from Chapter 11.

September 21 , 2023

Pacific Trellis Fruit expands premium stone fruit lineup

The company is gearing up for the new high-flavor arrivals from Chile with donut peaches available in mid-December and nectarines beginning in January.

September 21 , 2023

Starr Ranch Growers and CMI Orchards partner

This strategic move marks a momentous milestone in the fresh produce world, forging a powerhouse of innovation, quality, and building on CMI’s commitment to leading the industry with the largest selection of core, organic and specialty apples, pears and cherries under one roof.

September 20 , 2023

Port of Oakland generates nearly 100,000 local jobs 

As the second largest job generator in Oakland and the fifth largest job generator in the region, the Port remains a critical source of economic opportunity and jobs in Northern California. 

September 20 , 2023

Historic 2023 for UF/IFAS research 

UF/IFAS is the second-largest contributor to UF’s record-breaking $1.25 billion in research spending for fiscal year 2023, a nearly 15% increase from 2022.  

September 20 , 2023

Cabello building jackfruit demand

Cabefruit Produce, which is widely known as simply Cabello, which is the company’s brand, was recently “named one of the biggest producers of jackfruit worldwide according to academic research.

September 20 , 2023

Red River Valley spuds: “very nice crop”

Red River Valley fresh potato growers expect “a very nice crop” this fall, according to Ted Kreis, administrator of the Red River Valley Fresh Potato Growers Cooperative, based in E. Grand Forks, MN.

September 20 , 2023

Ecuadorian banana industry struggling against drug trafficking

Banana shipments to different countries have been confiscated with large amounts of drugs, most recently, Spanish authorities found nearly 9.5 tons of cocaine in banana cases shipped from Ecuador, the largest drug bust in the country’s history. 

September 19 , 2023

Continental Fresh seeks protection for high-value mangos from Mexico

Continental Fresh is focused on maximizing mango freshness which requires tracking shipping locations and arrival times while maintaining consistent refrigerated container temperatures between 48–50 °F.

September 19 , 2023