Mexican avocados: Migratory impact, prices rise, US statement on talks

According to USDA data from the Boston Terminal Market, a two layer carton of 32 caliber Mexican Hass were selling for up to US$82.00 on Feb. 17, 2022, compared to up to US$40.00 a year prior, and the U.S. Embassy commented on the first round of talks.

February 18 , 2022

Ten common plant diseases and disorders you can diagnose by eye

Check out this guide to find out what kind of diseases you can diagnose just by looking at your plants and how to take care of them.

February 18 , 2022

Citri&Co grows in France with Arco Fruits acquisition

Europe’s leading integrated fruit marketer has acquired the French company that specializes in the distribution of organic stone fruit and citrus.

February 18 , 2022

New Zealand anticipates record-breaking kiwifruit crop

New Zealand’s 2022 kiwifruit harvest has kicked off with the first crop being picked in Te Puke, with the first commercial volumes of RubyRed to be sold.

February 17 , 2022

ITC deals blow to South African, Brazilian lemon juice exporters

The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has ruled that there was a reasonable indication that South Africa and Brazil were “injuring the US market” with their exports of fresh lemons and juice concentrates.

February 17 , 2022

Durán y Cia Abogados: Legal security and confidence for the agricultural sector

Durán y Cia Abogados is a Chilean law firm that specializes in the agricultural sector and offers preventative advisory services for numerous areas of the law and complete legal representation for every client.

February 17 , 2022

U.S. and Mexican authorities agree to boost security, but avocado imports remain suspended

Mexican avocado association APEAM said that USDA officials gave no date for the resumption of trade at a meeting on Wednesday but said they would work to provide an answer quickly.

February 17 , 2022

Calavo announces promotion and retirement of fresh sales team members

Calavo Growers has announced the promotion of Gordon Breschini to Director of National Sales for the Calavo Fresh team, and the retirement of industry veteran, Bob Collier.

February 16 , 2022

Chile adds new port for fruit shipments to U.S. west coast

Chile marks the first fruit shipment from the port of Talcahuano (San Vicente Port) en route to Los Angeles, California. another option for the country’s fruit production to reach northern markets.

February 16 , 2022

Oppy reintroducing South African plums to U.S. market

Oppy has reintroduced South African plums to the U.S. market, a move driven by tightened regulations on another key supplier nation. 

February 16 , 2022