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How biocontrol helps fight the Asian citrus psyllid

Dr. Mark Hoddle, an entomologist and biological control specialist at the University of California Riverside, offers some critical advice to help citrus growers prevent the devastating citrus greening disease.
August 06 , 2020

Trends in citrus availability in U.S. market point to shifting consumer interest

New data on U.S. market trends and fresh fruit demand show long-term trends for citrus availability that point to historically growing interest in limes.
August 06 , 2020

South African citrus exports rise sharply to U.S.

South African citrus exports have risen sharply to the U.S. this season, growing by between 15% and 38% year-on-year.
August 05 , 2020

British Columbia's blueberry sector struggling amid labor shortage, poor weather

"In all my years I have never seen a year like this," said a grower about the challenging harvest in "really tough" conditions as blueberry volumes plummet.
August 05 , 2020

Sun Belle announces new green initiative at Maryland distribution center

Sun Belle Inc. has launched a new green initiative at its 64,000 square foot Jessup, Maryland warehouse and distribution facility with the installation of a 450 kW rooftop solar array system.
August 04 , 2020

Agronometrics in Charts: Large avocado volumes keep lid on prices

Significantly higher volumes from both California and Mexico since the start of May have had a clear impact on prices relative to last year.
August 04 , 2020

Three companies lose USDA PACA license

The three Texas operators are no longer able to participate in PACA-related business with produce sellers after violating the USDA's regulations.
August 03 , 2020

Avocado supplies better this summer in Europe - Nature's Pride

Europe's leading avocado importer said that Peru has recently passed its peak, while South African supplies are expected to remain steady over the coming weeks.
July 31 , 2020

Ecuador goldenberry sector sets sights on UK in expansion

With already active markets in various European markets, Ecuador's goldenberry industry expands its efforts in the UK, says Pro Ecuador.
July 31 , 2020

New Zealand avocado exports rise in 2020

Exports to eight key Asian markets boosted this season with consistent demand as New Zealand's avocado industry expands plantings.
July 30 , 2020