USDA squeezes out $30M Thanksgiving boost for citrus growers and food banks

A holiday-season citrus buy is set to funnel millions of pounds of fruit from US groves to families in need. USDA officials say the purchase will support producers facing surplus supplies, while Florida growers call it a timely lift for an industry under pressure.

November 26 , 2025

World Citrus Organization forecasts dip in Northern Hemisphere citrus output for 2025–26

Despite the regional decline, the organization projects United States citrus production to increase by 4.53 percent, reaching 4.85 million tons.

November 26 , 2025

Pionero INTA: The Argentine nectarine that can live for over 47 days

Gerardo Sánchez, breeder of the cultivar and researcher at INTA San Pedro, said the variety overcomes the physiological barriers that prevent most nectarines from reaching distant markets by sea.

November 26 , 2025

University of Minnesota expands fruit licensing to all US growers

November 26 , 2025

Fresh All Green anticipates strong Egyptian strawberry season

November 25 , 2025

Asia Fruit Logistica launches 2026 exhibitor registration early amid soaring demand

November 25 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Massive surge in Peruvian mango exports sinks prices

Peru’s mango industry is feeling both the sweet and the sour this season. Strong demand met record supply, reshaping price dynamics worldwide. Fresh, frozen, and processed formats are helping diversify the country’s export portfolio.

November 25 , 2025

Camposol unveils new biofactory

The 21,500-square-foot facility integrates both in vitro and ex vitro propagation within a single space and has an annual production capacity of up to 5 million blueberry plants.

November 25 , 2025

Avocado market forks: US gains, Europe dips, China blossoms

The global avocado flows are showing clear contrasts as the year winds down. A few key markets are gaining momentum while others tap the brakes. The shifts are reshaping where exporters send their fruit.

November 25 , 2025

Peru evens out blueberry season as exports near 360,000 tons

After topping global blueberry exports, Peru is keeping shipments steady despite weather and tariff challenges. The country’s extended varietal mix allows a smoother flow of berries to buyers worldwide, avoiding market bottlenecks.

November 25 , 2025