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Hanseatic Global is now full owner of Florida International Terminal

The point of entry is strategically located in Port Everglades, south of the state, serving one of the largest consumer markets globally.
April 10 , 2026

New protocol updates plant health rules, boosting South African citrus exports to China

The agreement is expected to increase fruit quality in the Chinese market, while reducing costs and improving efficiencies for producers and exporters. 
April 10 , 2026

Natural sweetener demand drives global concentrated pear juice market growth

The Asia-Pacific region is at the forefront of this expansion, leveraging the category’s critical role in the making of baby food and functional drinks.
April 10 , 2026

Health trends and local sourcing fuel US produce box boom

Violet Jordan, produce box sourcing and fulfillment manager at Chicago’s Forty Acre Fresh Market, says orders are poised to continue growing due to convenience and seasonality.
April 10 , 2026

South Korea goes tropical: Global mango imports and e-commerce drive demand

The fruit is growing not only in its fresh format but also as an ingredient in beverages, processed products, and gastronomic offerings.
April 10 , 2026

Florida citrus challenges freeze woes with new (and improved) forecast 

With more optimistic prospects for the current season, the Sunshine State expects a stable output compared to last year.
April 09 , 2026

Leadership transition: Capespan CEO and CFO step down amid organizational evolution

The company's top leadership will go to André de Klerk, the company’s current Commercial Director and a member of the Board.
April 09 , 2026

Agronometrics in Charts: The truth behind Honeycrisp apples' relentless price climb

The variety sits at an uncomfortable pricing spot—a late-season climb, after a faded fall crop relief and before the new harvest arrives.
April 09 , 2026

Chile promotes research to improve the quality of Hass avocados and reduce black spots

Researchers at the Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso have made advances in understanding how controlled atmosphere technology can reduce the incidence of black spot.
April 09 , 2026

Peruvian agtrade surpasses $1B in January, with the US leading demand

Grapes, blueberries, mangoes, and avocados are fueling a 16 percent year-on-year jump in fruit and vegetable exports.
April 09 , 2026