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Agronometrics in Charts: Reduced Mexican lime output driving up costs in the U.S. market

Currently, the primary supplying regions for limes in Mexico are in the south of country from Tabasco, Oaxaca, and Veracruz though Merida, Jalisco and Sinaloa are also producing.
March 30 , 2023

Southern Hemisphere pome fruit forecast cut following adverse weather

The initial forecast for the 2023 season, which estimated a 6% and 1% increase for apples and pears respectively compared to 2022, was revised in light of the intense weather events that affected several countries in the Southern Hemisphere. 
March 29 , 2023

How good are avocados for your health?

Perhaps best known as the star ingredient in guacamole, they are versatile and a great addition to a multitude of dishes, or simply eaten on their own with a spoon. 
March 29 , 2023

UK government gives freeports conditional approval

Humber and Thames freeports in the UK are set to begin operating sometime this year, Port Strategy reports.
March 29 , 2023

National Mango Board elects four new board members

The company explained that new NMB officers, together with the rest of the board members, will “continue to uphold the NMB’s mission to increase the consumption of mango in the U.S. by inspiring consumers and educating them about the culture, flavor, and nutrition of mangos while bringing the industry together.”
March 29 , 2023

Delta Fresh enters Mexican table grapes

This spring Delta Fresh is also expanding its line with watermelons, cantaloupes and asparagus.
March 29 , 2023

Ecuadorian yellow dragon fruit making waves in the U.S.

The Palora variety is starting to make waves as consumers look for its health benefits, making it a popular purchase among the 56 countries to which it’s exported today.
March 28 , 2023

Oppy adds North Carolina blueberries to program to secure year-round supply

Oppy’s will start selling the North Carolina blues beginning the last week of April and the first week of May, forecasted Category Manager of Blueberries, Tim Crane.
March 28 , 2023

Food security: Seeds returning from space to help scientists develop more resilient plants

The goal is to develop new crops that can adapt to climate change and help boost global food security. 
March 28 , 2023

Record season expected for Peruvian avocados with a 14% production increase

The Peruvian avocado industry forecasts a total of 630,000 tons in production for this season, a 14% year-on-year increase.
March 28 , 2023