With the help of Kenya, Nigerian avocados seek to be the next African sensation

The Nigerian avocado sector is a lagging one that has historically focused on local consumption despite its enormous agricultural potential.

September 10 , 2025

Hawai’i lime growers are closer than ever to ship Persian lime to the US

Local producer Mahi Pono is advocating for less strict phytosanitary regulations for Hawai'i limes and lemons to facilitate entry of the produce into the mainland.

September 10 , 2025

US avocado imports decline as European and Chinese markets see gains

Mexico remained the dominant supplier, accounting for 74 percent of volume, followed by Peru (12 percent), California (11 percent), and Colombia (3 percent).

September 10 , 2025

South Africa in talks with the US to secure fair trade deal

Members of the South African government are now in Washington, meeting a wide range of stakeholders, including White House officials, legislators, and industry leaders.

September 09 , 2025

Chilean retail giant Cencosud set to acquire The Fresh Market

This acquisition grants Cencosud full ownership of the American supermarket chain, further strengthening the retailer's position in the US.

September 09 , 2025

University of Florida study enlists local residents to fight the spread of citrus greening disease

The grand majority of participants reported having increased knowledge about citrus greening disease while 89 percent agreed to remove infected trees.

September 09 , 2025

Recovering Peruvian citrus score 15 percent export uptick

The uptick signals a recovery from last year’s climate-impacted campaign, according to Sergio del Castillo, general manager of the Andean country’s Producers Association.

September 09 , 2025

USDA forecasts abundance and high-quality for California walnuts’ 2025-26 season

This year’s crop may very well “exceed the excellent quality we have seen in the last two years,” the California Walnut Board stated.

September 09 , 2025

Mission Produce revenue up 10 percent for Q3

The company reported revenue increase totals $357.7 million. Net income was up as well with $14.7 million

September 08 , 2025

Canadian government to protect strategic industries amid US tariffs

"We cannot rely on our most important trade relationship as we once did. We must build our strength at home," said the government in a press release.

September 08 , 2025