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Agronometrics in Charts: Supply surge forces Chilean cherry industry to look beyond China

As global supply increases, the sector is prioritizing market diversification and operational efficiency, with the United States becoming a growing alternative destination.
March 17 , 2026

Limoneira reports first quarter 2026 revenue decline

The company’s net revenue for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 fell to $18.2 million, a steep decline of $34.3 million from the same quarter last year.
March 16 , 2026

Catalytic Generators and Exp. Group: Scaling the art of ripening through a two-generation partnership

For over three decades, Catalytic Generators, a specialist in ethylene application systems for fruit ripening,  has worked alongside Exp. Group to support its growth from a family-founded produce distributor into one of the largest banana ripening operations in the United States.
March 16 , 2026

Blueberry scorch virus confirmed in central Washington

Growers are urged to test plants and control aphids after discovery in Benton County.
March 16 , 2026

Severe storm damage threatens Moroccan blueberry growers, with losses expected to exceed 20 percent

A series of severe storms have affected growing regions in the African country. IBO President, Mario Steta says volumes can fall up to 50 percent in some cases.
March 16 , 2026

From waste to worth: Grape pomace market to top $2.1B by 2033

Winemaking byproducts are now a high-value source of plant-based antioxidants and natural colorants, with researchers exploring further applications.
March 16 , 2026

Mission Produce sees a 17 percent revenue drop amid lower avocado prices, eyes growth with Calavo acquisition

The company remains positive about its $430 million acquisition of Calavo Growers as a strategic move to expand its avocado platform.
March 13 , 2026

CBP races to develop an automated system for historic IEEPA tariff refunds

More than $160 billion in unlawfully collected tariffs is at stake, and there is no direct precedent for handling such a large-scale reimbursement.
March 13 , 2026

The International Trade Commission issues a preliminary ruling on Mexican winter strawberry imports

The investigation follows a petition filed by growers across Florida in December, 2025 asking the agency to look into low priced imports coming in through the winter.
March 12 , 2026

Poly-clip System showcases its scalable, sustainable packaging solutions at Interpack 2026

At Interpack, a leading global packaging exhibition, the company will highlight its efficient, scalable, and sustainable packaging systems designed for a broad array of industries.
March 12 , 2026