Chile kiwifruit growers expect a tight market

A drop in demand for fruit in Europe, high stocks and falling fruit consumption have Chile's kiwifruit sector on alert.

March 24 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: California avocado season well underway 

The California avocado harvest got off to a quick start, so its no surprise that volumes are ahead of last year, but what else is in store for the season?

March 24 , 2022

Russia disruptions cut Peru avocado growth prospects

February's export results for Peruvian avocados felt the impact of disruptions related to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and unveil a structural issue of dependence on certain markets for this fruit.

March 24 , 2022

Calavo: Avocado market choppiness should be resolved in next few weeks

Calavo CEO and President discussed supply and pricing trends in the U.S. avocado market, and gave some color on how it is approaching international markets of the fruit.

March 23 , 2022

Cornell, Sun World launch two new table grape varieties 

An "ultra-early ripening green seedless grape variety with a sweet Muscat flavor and firm crisp texture” and  a “midseason ripening red variety with large berries and a tropical aroma with overtones of mango” are two new grape varieties to hit the market.

March 23 , 2022

Peru’s thriving blueberry sector

Peru's blueberry sector has emerged over the last seven years and continues to carve out a niche in the world supply.

March 23 , 2022

Hazel Technologies to host summit on cherry quality, trends

The event will feature talks by industry leaders on cherry quality and global market analysis

March 23 , 2022

In the peak of its season, Chilean growers lack shipping alternatives

Table grape shipments are particularly affected in the height of the export season.

March 22 , 2022

GM tomatoes as an alternative for Parkinson's patients

Growing tomatoes in pots is easy and delicious. And it may be your best option if you want to grow gorgeous, healthy tomato plants but don’t have tons of garden space.

March 22 , 2022

World Water Day 2022: Groundwater, an essential item for agriculture

Groundwater is an important source of irrigation and its supply is a recurring issue for fruit crops around the globe.

March 22 , 2022