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Agronometrics in Charts: Surge in Peruvian blueberry exports expected despite political instability
Although the country has been immersed in a political crisis since December 2022, Peru has so far exported 301,389 tons of this product, a 27% increase over the previous season.
January 26 , 2023
Lakeside Produce declares bankruptcy, owing $188 million
The firm filed for bankruptcy on Jan. 17, with the company facing total claims of $187,889,241 in debt.
January 25 , 2023
AgriFORCE Growing Systems to acquire Berry People
The initial agreement, which shall be followed by a definitive purchase agreement, sets forth a purchase price of $28 million.
January 25 , 2023
USDA publishes strengthening organic enforcement final rule
The update seeks to protect organic integrity and bolster farmer and consumer confidence in the USDA organic seal by supporting strong organic control systems.
January 25 , 2023
Texas onions and cilantro enjoy Super Bowl pull
As U.S. shoppers prepare for the Super Bowl, ingredients for preparing the season's favorite dish, guacamole, experience an uptick in sales.
January 25 , 2023
Farmworkers killed in California shooting
Authorities later identified the place of the shooting as a mushroom farm, where the suspect was allegedly an employee.
January 24 , 2023
Peruvian produce exports hindered by political crisis
With roadblocks causing producers to be unable to meet shipment deadlines, the industry is currently working with local authorities in order to minimize the impact as much as possible.
January 24 , 2023
Two-thirds of Spanish fruit and vegetable imports come from non-EU countries
Spanish imports of fruit and vegetables from non-EU countries grew by 14% year-on-year.
January 24 , 2023
IBO announces exciting program for 2023 summit in Poland
The Summit will be held in Lublin, Poland from Jul. 3-6, 2023, and includes in-person visits to some of the world’s largest blueberry farms.
January 24 , 2023
Mexican limes hitting high prices
With lower volumes, the Mexican lime industry is experiencing unusually high prices as the Super Bowl approaches.
January 24 , 2023
