Triple-digit heat hits lettuce, broccoli, and strawberry harvests in California

August 25 , 2025

More pollination hours and better hive health—the science behind Beeflow technology

Matias Viel, CEO of Beeflow, spoke with FreshFruitPortal.com about how the company's technology was designed to enhance two major bee characteristics impacting pollination: their resistance to cold and attention span.

August 25 , 2025

California imposes quarantine in Santa Clara County over medfly infestation

Local authorities detected two wild female flies in the city of San José. The 109-square-mile quarantine area will cover parts of the cities of San José, Santa Clara, Campbell, and the town of Los Gatos.

August 25 , 2025

Three-day strike left hundreds of containers halted in Guatemala

The crisis has resulted in over $30 million in losses for exports, according to the Guatemalan Association of Exporters, with perishable products getting the brunt of the situation. 

August 22 , 2025

The Wonderful Company is #1 on People magazine's Companies That Care list

August 22 , 2025

Marketing and education—The National Mango Board's multi-pronged strategy to drive year-round mango sales

The organization has become a key industry partner that stands out by supporting the retail sector and employing a diverse strategy to boost consumption and instill loyalty into the American consumer. 

August 22 , 2025

Canada faces ‘sour’ squeeze as orange juice prices climb

Canadian orange juice imports have dropped sharply amid rising U.S. tariffs, crop disease, and a global supply crunch, prompting shifts in sourcing and product formulation.

August 22 , 2025

Peru’s PROVID projects a 4 percent table grape volume increase

The Andean country expects a 4 percent increase in table grape production for the 2025-26 season, with gains in both volume and export value.

August 22 , 2025

Australia Cherry Growers five-year trade plan puts quality over volume

Cherry Growers Australia launched its five-year trade plan to solidify the Aussie fruit worldwide. The strategy entails an emphasis on quality and taking advantage of the country's privileged market access.

August 22 , 2025

Zespri's SunGold kiwifruit is Good Housekeeping’s Best Snack of 2025

“The Good Housekeeping award reinforces our reliability and quality as a healthy snack option, especially as we approach back-to-school,” says Bianca Fiedler, Zespri’s Trade Marketing Director, North America.

August 21 , 2025