"One of the worst years on pricing"—What happened to the Washington cherry season

A large crop that hit the market too early made things difficult for Washington cherry growers this season, who saw low prices despite marketing what experts call some of the best eating fruit in years.

August 06 , 2025

Medfly eradicated from Alameda County

The sterile male fly release program has a proven success record in California, with flies reared daily at the CDFA/USDA sterile insect rearing facility in Los Alamitos.

August 06 , 2025

Honeybear's First Kiss is officially kickstarting apple season

First Kiss begins shipping in mid-August, with strong demand and a crisp, sweet-tart flavor.

August 06 , 2025

Apeel Sciences responds to Federal Labeling Bill

The California-based company referred to the bill presented by Congressman Marlin Stutzman (R-IN), which urges the company to disclose the ingredients behind its products. 

August 06 , 2025

"We'll just raise prices": Latin American agro industry reacts to U.S. tariffs 

August 06 , 2025

Industry data reveals fresh produce partnership opportunity

AUTUMNCRISP® Grapes is one of today’s fastest-growing grape brands. And to give credit where it’s due, much of the brand’s unprecedented customer affinity and engagement can be traced back to a monumental investment in strategic marketing made by parent company Sun World.

August 06 , 2025

Arable Capital purchases Dole’s Fresh Vegetables Division

According to the press release, the deal was made for a total purchase price of $140 million.

August 05 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: California table grape acreage declines, imports surge

California’s table grape sector is undergoing notable shifts as acreage declines and import volumes hit new highs, according to the USDA’s July 2025 Fruit and Tree Nuts Outlook.

August 05 , 2025

USDA buys $60 million worth of apples and cranberries from US producers

August 05 , 2025

Fresh Del Monte: global banana shortage will require “substantial adjustments”

Jorge Pelaez Reyes, SVP of Central America at Fresh Del Monte, tells FreshFruitPortal.com the company is adapting its crop planning and agronomic practices to increase production stability and support growers across the region.

August 05 , 2025