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Sunkist Growers launches summer citrus promotions

Industry data shows citrus sales are thriving, with citrus volume increasing by 12% during the week of July 4 compared to last year, outpacing overall produce growth of 5% and fruit growth of 6%.
June 19 , 2025

New study finds that fruit drinks (not fruit juices) are linked to diabetes risk

Fruit juices are often compared to sodas due to their elevated sugar content. However, a recent study has shed some light on the matter, providing an important differentiation between fruit juices and fruit drinks.
June 19 , 2025

Cherry production in the Northwest expected to rise 13%

Cherry season started earlier this year, thanks to warmer weather, and is expected to last until late August or early September.
June 18 , 2025

Farms, restaurants, and hotels no longer exempt from Trump ICE raids - reports

The Presidency has been under significant pressure from all three industries since his administration ramped up ICE arrests due to disruptions in their labor forces. 
June 18 , 2025

California grapes “ready to handle whatever is falling from the sky this year”

David Espinoza of Hronis International Sales notes that while volume prospects are high, the real test lies in navigating climate extremes and shifting consumer demand.
June 18 , 2025

Executive Director of the Chilean Cherry Committee: "Next season, we’re going to have to be much more effective."

Chilean and international cherry industry stakeholders and representatives gathered at Chile's largest technical cherry industry event: the CherryTech Convention 2025, organized for the third consecutive year by Yentzen Group and SmartCherry in Santiago, Chile.
June 18 , 2025

Safeway and Albertsons workers go on strike

Workers in Estes Park, Fountain, two in Pueblo, and a Safeway distribution center in Denver, walked out on Sunday and were joined by employees from Castle Rock and the Littleton location on Mineral Ave on Monday.
June 17 , 2025

Zespri projects high grower returns this 2025/26 kiwifruit season

Chief Executive Officer Jason Te Brake attributes the improved outlook to increased yields, improved fruit sizing, and added volume.
June 17 , 2025

Florida legislature approves historic $140M for citrus industry budget

In addition, the budget includes a $250 million annual appropriation for the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program, which seeks to protect working agricultural lands through conservation easements, supporting Florida’s agricultural economy and wildlife habitats.
June 17 , 2025

Chiquita calls bananas “Likely the Best Snack Ever" in new campaign

The campaign will be promoted across digital, offline, and out-of-home platforms, with messaging tailored to different markets.
June 17 , 2025