Canada gains access to South Korea for British Columbia cherries

"With new access to the South Korean market, growers in British Columbia can continue to showcase their cherries around the world and expand trading relationships," said the Honorable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food.

August 12 , 2022

Calavo Growers opens Jalisco packing facility for U.S. exports

“Today, we are proud to announce that we have expanded our partnership with our Mexican growers from Michoacan to Jalisco,” said Dionisio Ortiz, Vice President Calavo de Mexico. 

August 12 , 2022

South Africa and EU come to agreement on citrus fruit trapped in ports

South Africa's Department of Agriculture Affairs said that over 2,000 containers valued at an estimated 500 million rand (US$31 million) were affected by this blockage.

August 11 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: Will the U.S. market retain the drop in Hass avocado pricing?

The average daily prices of avocados in the U.S. have fallen by 6.99 percent, marking a $2.58 decrease on the last report 3 days ago, from $36.98 to $34.40.

August 11 , 2022

UF scientists study genes behind strawberries' flavor and aroma

University of Florida scientists have found the genes behind several aromatic chemicals that enhance the taste of strawberries.

August 11 , 2022

Fresh del Monte collaborates with Café Najjar in MENA

The leading vertically integrated producers, distributors, and marketers of fresh fruits and vegetables will work together with the Lebanese coffee giant to introduce Najjar Gourmet Coffee to the Middle East and North Africa region.

August 10 , 2022

Port of Savannah bottleneck reaches its peak

GPA Executive Director Griff Lynch said more than 40 ships were waiting to come into the port Tuesday morning. "The vessels have plateaued and we have that under control," he said.

August 10 , 2022

HAB study reveals fastest growing retail channels for avocado purchases

The avocado channel segmentation study carried out by the Hass Avocado Board (HAB) provided a greater understanding of the changing retail marketplace.

August 10 , 2022

Calavo Growers names Helen Kurtz as leader of prepared food segment

The global avocado-industry leader and provider of value-added fresh food has named Helen Kurtz as Senior Vice President & General Manager of Calavo Prepared.

August 10 , 2022

Arbitration court to make decision on BASF claims regarding Bayer

Bayer CEO Werner Baumann told analysts in a call on Thursday that the ruling was expected "shortly", according to a report by Reuters.

August 09 , 2022