Fruit Attraction 2022 consolidates Spain as EU leader in fruit and vegetable production

Fruit Attraction 2022 kicked off with more than 1,800 companies participating and 90,000 visitors projected. This year's most important agribusiness meeting in Europe stands out for its focus on innovation and technology.

October 06 , 2022

California Giant Berry Farms forecasts high production volumes for strawberries

California Giant Berry Farms recently shared a strawberry crop update forecasting a  big increase in production. Peak volumes are expected for both organic and conventionally grown fruit.

October 06 , 2022

Hapag-Lloyd acquires LatAm shipping terminal business in $1B deal

The shipping company acquired 100% of the shares held by SAAM Ports S.A and SAAM Logistics S.A. With the  $1 billion purchase, Hapag-Lloyd now owns the entire terminal business and associated logistics services.

October 06 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: Grape Exports from Chile expected to fall in 2022-23 season

Grape exports from Chile are expected to fall in the 2022-23 season due to challenging weather conditions and logistics issues.

October 06 , 2022

Fresh Del Monte teams up with blockchain start-up tech Decapolis

Fresh Del Monte Produce has recently invested a 39% stake in Decapolis, in an effort to secure innovative solutions for its products and services.

October 05 , 2022

Jeff Oberman becomes California Avocado Commission’s new president

Produce veteran Jeff Oberman is to become the new California Avocado Commission Board of Directors president, effective Oct. 10. Oberman has extensive experience in the industry, with over 25 years of work.

October 05 , 2022

Citrus industry appears to be Florida ag’s biggest Ian casualty

Within the Sunshine State’s produce industry, it is Florida’s citrus growers facing devastating damage from Hurricane Ian.

October 05 , 2022

Mexican avocados help grow U.S. economy, study says

A new study by Texas A&M University has confirmed that Hass avocado imports from Mexico contribute directly to the U.S. economy by generating millions in output, taxes and labor income.

October 04 , 2022

Inflation could cause Peruvian grapes to be replaced by cheaper fruits

Inflation has Peruvian producers and exporters on alert over concerns that consumers may opt to purchase less expensive fruit.

October 04 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: Peru’s blueberry sector waltzing to newer heights

Peru is deemed as the leading exporter of fresh blueberries in the world, and according to projections, the country’s preeminence in the international blueberry market is projected to continue, with blueberries now ranking as its second most important agricultural export after table grapes.

October 04 , 2022