U.S. fruit and vegetable imports on track for bumper year

Fruit imports from January to May this year were up by 21 percent from $10.5 billion to $12.6 billion, while vegetables were up 9 percent from $7.6 billion to $8.2 billion.

July 11 , 2022

Mexican tomato sector on course for steady season with export increase

Mexico is expected to produce 3.72 million tons of fresh tomatoes for the 2021/22 season, thanks to investments in greenhouse technologies, according to a USDA report.

July 11 , 2022

Hong Kong destroys Taiwanese mangoes, claiming Covid traces found on skin

Hong Kong ordered 440 pounds of mangoes imported from Taiwan tossed out after finding traces of coronavirus on the skin of just one of the orange-hued fruits, Bloomberg reports.

July 08 , 2022

Half of Peruvian avocado production under threat due to fertilizer shortages, says industry body

Growers have warned that the quality of Peruvian Hass avocados destined for export may be compromised this year.

July 08 , 2022

South African citrus industry feels the squeeze of load shedding

The South African citrus industry is feeling the pressure of load shedding, with cold storage operators incurring big expenses from running their generators.

July 08 , 2022

Northwest kicks off cherry season, promoting health benefits

Fresh Northwest-grown sweet cherries, which are packed with nutrients that support better health, are now available in produce sections from coast to coast.

July 08 , 2022