Agronometrics in Charts: Hurricane Hilary disrupts California’s grape season

The California Table Grape Commission has unveiled the impact of Hurricane Hilary on the state's grape crop, estimating an initial loss of 25 million boxes, each weighing 8.6 kilograms.

September 19 , 2023

Politics and storms don't mix

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has asked for federal help for Florida to recover from “extensive agricultural damage from Hurricane Idalia."

September 19 , 2023

Crowley Shipping announces new leader

Crowley has appointed industry leader James Fowler as senior vice president and general manager of its Crowley Shipping business unit.

September 19 , 2023

El Niño: Peruvian mango volumes could drop by 80% in 2024

Mango groves suffered a drastic flowering decrease due to high temperatures in Peru’s northern coast.

September 18 , 2023

Sprouts Farmers Market hit 400th store milestone

The newly unveiled store is part of the company’s 10% unit growth plan, which includes opening two dozen new stores across the U.S.

September 18 , 2023

Peru and Chile jointly boost U.S. grape consumption

The U.S. is the largest destination market for both Chile and Peru, with shipments representing 49% and 46% of total exports for each country, respectively.

September 18 , 2023

China expanding frozen food exports 

China currently holds 12% of the global market share of the frozen food market, making it a notable player in the industry. 

September 16 , 2023

Walmart CEO on food prices and inflation

Doug McMillon, Walmart CEO indicates that grocery inflation will continue to go down, however, at least in the short term, food prices are unlikely to return to their levels from two years ago. 

September 16 , 2023

Chilean Hass avocado volumes remain stable

Chile’s share in the U.S. avocado market has slowed down in the past few years, as Mexico’s geographical proximity and abundant offer gives Chilean fruit little space.

September 15 , 2023

Weis Markets awarded Mango Retailer of the Year

The annual award is presented by the National Mango Board to the retailer that offers “strong, consistent support to promoting the consumption of mango."

September 15 , 2023