Chilean table grape export forecast revised downward

Shipments are estimated at a total aggregate volume of 69 million boxes (8.2 kg), which would mark an 8% drop year-on-year.

October 25 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: Higher Avocado supply likely to bring promotional prices in the U.S. market

Compared to last year at this time, the supply of avocados right now is higher. During week 41, the avocado supply in the US market was 93.27% Mexican, coming from Michoacan and Jalisco.

October 25 , 2022

Fall Creek Farm & Nursery signs on as exclusive sponsor of USHBC’s Blueberry Industry Leadership Program

The program, launched in March 2022, helps up-and-coming leaders in the blueberry industry grow their leadership skills, connect with and learn from innovative thought leaders, and improve their industry intelligence.

October 25 , 2022

Technologies to face the challenges of the Chilean blueberry market

Liventus, a leading company in the development of post-harvest technologies, offers different solutions that help solve the main problems of blueberry exporters.

October 25 , 2022

New print and online magazine launches for North American produce buyers

Vision Magazine will fill a need in the U.S. and Canadian markets by providing a modern and stylish print publication that provides deeper and more analytical content with a long-term perspective of the fruit and vegetable industry.

October 25 , 2022

Westfalia to use insects for natural pest control in Chile

The innovation seeks to control agricultural pests through entomology. Westfalia Fruit Group’s newest venture is taking place in Chile and aims to minimize the use of pesticides in a more sustainable approach to crop management.

October 24 , 2022

South African port strike ends with exports having taken big hit

Transnet, a South African state-owned port operator, says that a a 12-day strike that affected its freight rail and port operations has now ended. 

October 24 , 2022

USTR says it won't open Section 301 investigation into Mexican produce

However, the USTR said that it would "pursue avenues to assist the Southeast seasonal produce industry" in coordination with the USDA.

October 24 , 2022

Natural Delights’ Medjool dates: A harvest of tradition and innovation

As the category leader in North America, Natural Delights is equipped with innovation, marketing support, and merchandising expertise that continues to drive new consumers to the date sector.

October 24 , 2022

Produce industry veteran Bill Sykes named FPAA 2022 Pillar of the Industry

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas has selected William Sykes of The Sykes Company as recipient of the Pillar of the Industry award for his many contributions and dedication to the fresh produce industry.

October 21 , 2022