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Electronic certification and better market access mark Canada-Mexico agri-food trade talks

The negotiations between the two countries aim to ensure “competitive, safe, and high-quality products for consumers and processors”.
October 17 , 2025

Peruvian blueberry exports double as the US and China lead demand

‘Blue gold’ shipments jump nearly 93 percent, putting the country’s 400,000-ton milestone within reach.
October 17 , 2025

Is your company safe? Industry leaders release guide with 5 strategies for produce fraud prevention

The problem is severe: 54 percent of produce companies report that fraudsters have attempted to trade with them, while 41 percent have been direct victims of produce fraud.
October 17 , 2025

IFPA CEO Cathy Burns urges industry to 'Fight for Fresh' amid tariff disruptions and climate change threat

During her keynote at the Global Produce & Floral Show in Anaheim, Cathy Burns outlined how the association’s core beliefs are driving advocacy, innovation, and resilience across the fresh produce industry.
October 16 , 2025

Much more than a side dish: EarthFresh revolutionizes the market with its Butter Potato Program

The company is introducing a range of butter-rich potatoes bred to perform. From chefs and retailers, to everyday cooks, the feedback on these creamy spuds has been overwhelmingly positive.
October 16 , 2025

Global blueberry industry leaders gathered in South Africa for impactful Berries ZA-hosted IBO Summit 2025

The Berries Za team planned two years in advance to organize an impactful three-day program featuring industry panels, keynote discussions, and IBO insider announcements.
October 16 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Chilean avocado production holds steady following record year

Following its second-largest harvest ever, Chile’s avocado industry is aiming for consistency over growth. With tech-driven farming and sustainability at its core, the sector is positioning itself as a steady supplier in a competitive global market.
October 16 , 2025

Unlocking Chile's pine nut potential: Investment, technology, and sustainability

High profitability and growing global demand, are opening new opportunities for the prized Mediterranean pine nut, as a strategic crop in Chile.
October 16 , 2025

Catalytic Generators: Over five decades providing safe and efficient fruit ripening solutions

Catalytic Generators created the world’s first easy and safe ethylene applicator for produce ripening. CEO and President Greg Akins talked to FreshFruitPortal.com about how this innovation revolutionized the industry.
October 16 , 2025

From field to forecast: How Trapview is revolutionizing pest management in agriculture

The brand presented Trapview Scouting, a smart pest monitoring platform that uses manual traps, saving professionals time and effort by identifying pests, providing meteorological data, and helping with monitoring.
October 16 , 2025