Peru forecasts blueberry exports to grow by a quarter

The forecast comes as Peru's ProArandanos prepares to host the IBO Summit 2021 from August 23 -25, which will be held virtually this year.

July 15 , 2021

U.S. 'loophole' can be used by organic farmers to destroy wildland - report

Organic programs in about a dozen other countries bar the conversion of wildland for organic farming, but it is not specifically outlawed under the U.S. program.

July 15 , 2021

South Africa: Maersk shuts key operations, port operator declares force majeure

The violence, looting and arson continue to bring major disruption to key logistical infrastructure in South Africa, as the government says it plans to deploy up to 25,000 soldiers.

July 15 , 2021

National ag, water coalition applauds committee passage of Infrastructure Bill

A national coalition representing thousands of Western farmers, ranchers, water providers, businesses and communities applauded passage of the Energy Infrastructure Act on Wednesday by the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR).

July 15 , 2021

Chile boosts clementine export forecast

Chile has increased its soft citrus export forecast, boosting its clementine estimate from 55,000 metric tons (MT) to 59,000MT, which would mark a 14 percent year-on-year increase.

July 14 , 2021

USDA authorizes emergency measures for farmers amid "extreme" drought

These new crop insurance flexibilities are part of USDA’s broader response to help producers impacted by drought, in the West, Northern Great Plains, Caribbean and other areas. 

July 14 , 2021

South African protests disrupt citrus exports

Trucks carrying citrus have been unable to use the main arterial roads to the Durban port, where more than half of the citrus is exported, with fruit instead accumulating in cold storage on farms.

July 14 , 2021

Oppy partners with Apeel for Eco Farms avocados

Having acquired a 65 percent stake of Eco Farms in spring 2020, Oppy is looking to add more value to its strategic avocado partnership with Apeel's sustainable 'peel' coating.

July 14 , 2021

Hass avocado sales break records during Q1 holidays

The Hass Avocado Board’s (HAB) recently published retail recap indicated increased sales volume during the key holidays that drove a combined 150 million units, which is up 9 percent.

July 14 , 2021

Heat wave impact on Washington apple crop uncertain

Growers have been protecting their orchards with expansive nets that protect fruit against sunburn, and by spraying water vapor above the trees.

July 13 , 2021