Strong blueberry performance boosts Camposol results

Peru's Camposol recorded a 11.7% rise in its first quarter 2022 sales to $406.3 million, thanks to strong blueberry demand in the U.S. market

June 17 , 2022

Vandenberg announces the start of its summer citrus program

As the winter citrus comes to an end in Morocco, Jac. Vandenberg, Inc. is preparing for a busy summer citrus season.

June 17 , 2022

Fresh produce dollar gains up, but volume sales down

Fresh produce saw above average dollar gains year-on-year in May, thanks to prices being up 9 percent per unit.

June 17 , 2022

19% rise in avocado prices at the forefront of Mexican inflation - report

Last month, avocado prices drove inflation in Mexico, advancing at the fastest pace in over a year. Higher fertilizer costs and supply chain disruptions have continued to affect the fruit.

June 17 , 2022

California Walnut Board and California Walnut Commission name Robert Verloop as new Executive Director and CEO

The CWB and CWC revealed that Robert Verloop will assume the new positions as of July 11, 2022.

June 16 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian mangoes set out to capture diverse markets

It is expected that this season, Peru's mango exports will increase of 42.8% in comparison to the previous season, thanks to expansion in production areas and the new markets that Senasa is setting out to open.

June 16 , 2022

Mexico's Sonora table grape forecast revised down

In a statement, AALPUM revealed that it has reconsidered its March 2022 harvest estimate of 25 million boxes and believes it is reasonable to expect a very similar total volume to 2021 which stood at 21.3 million boxes.

June 16 , 2022

A guide to washing fruits and vegetables

This quick guide by the University of Florida Extension provide an overview of how to wash different types of fruits and vegetables.

June 16 , 2022

Mission Produce looks south amid Mexican supply uncertainty

In an earnings call, the Mission Produce CEO said demand in core U.S. markets had proven to be resilient and largely inelastic.

June 16 , 2022

San Miguel to sell South African and Peruvian fresh fruit operations

The company will shift its focus to enhancing production and exportation of lemon derivatives, which are strategic ingredients for its clients in the drinks, food, flavor and fragrance industries.

June 15 , 2022