Agronometrics invites you to the 2021 IBO Summit

Colin Fain, CEO of Agronometrics extends his personal invitation to join us and the International Blueberry Organization at the 2021 IBO Summit on August 23, 24 and 25.

July 13 , 2021

Shipping body to Biden: Only normalized demand will solve supply chain delays

Following Biden's executive order calling attention to prices and competition in the container industry, the industry says that the U.S. should look inward.

July 13 , 2021

U.S. citrus forecast reports oranges up, lemons down

The latest and final USDA Florida citrus forecast for the season shows all oranges up slightly over last month's estimate while lemons saw a downward revision.

July 13 , 2021

Video: California farmers forced to abandon crops as more water restrictions loom

Western Growers has released a series of videos showing the devastating impact the drought is having on their operations and has warned that there will be severe consequences if lawmakers do not change course.

July 13 , 2021

Peru: Ag Promotion Law repeal pushes investors to Colombia

The new Agrarian Law has prompted Peruvian companies to move production to countries such as Colombia, Mexico and Brazil, according to a local media source.

July 12 , 2021

Turkish officials uncover one ton of cocaine hidden in bananas

Custom enforcement officers have seized one ton of cocaine hidden in banana containers at the Mersin Port in southern Turkey.

July 12 , 2021

Global avocado production estimated to triple from 2010 to 2030

The OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2021-2030 says that, while avocado has the lowest production level among the major tropical fruits, it has experienced the fastest growth in production in recent years.

July 12 , 2021

Kenya to resume mango exports to Europe after eight years

Kephis Chief Inspector George Momanyi said the resumption of exports comes at a time when there is a huge gap in the global market as big suppliers such as China and India are in off-peak season.

July 12 , 2021

Opinion: Fortifying grocery food supply chains to meet consumer expectations

Gerd Utidewilligen of Emerson says that to meet consumer expectations and protect their brand reputations, grocers need to adopt best practices at every step of the food supply chain.

July 12 , 2021

India exports first-ever shipment of dragon fruit

India has exported its first-ever shipment of dragon fruit that was shipped to Dubai, according to local media.

July 09 , 2021