Global fertilizer demand expected to dip in 2026

RaboResearch senior analyst Bruno Fonseca says fertilizer prices are rising, mainly due to key nutrients becoming more expensive.

November 19 , 2025

Avocado market swings, highlighting regional differences

The United States experiences a slight decline in imports, while Europe and China continue to see growth.

November 19 , 2025

Chiquita Panama completes massive hiring drive to resume farming in Bocas del Toro

Chiquita Panama successfully concluded a five-day recruitment event, during which nearly 6,000 residents applied for positions at the company.

November 19 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian table grape season gaining momentum

Unexpected rain turned into a welcome boost for Peruvian growers, easing vine stress and improving color. With exports climbing and Autumncrisp® leading the charge, growers are eyeing a strong season. Peak volumes are just ahead.

November 18 , 2025

US melons meet soft demand, forcing prices down this domestic 2025 season

According to melon producer Westside Produce/Classic Fruit’s president, growers saw a strong 2025 harvest, but large yields pushed prices down during key summer months.

November 18 , 2025

Kenya, New Zealand emerge as key actors in China's growing avocado market 

The Asian Giant’s hunger for green gold is growing steadily and exponentially, and the landscape looks nothing like it did even five years ago. 

November 18 , 2025

APHIS officializes Systems Approach suspension for Chilean table grape imports until new legal action

In a notice, the agency stated "APHIS will only issue import permits for grapes treated with fumigation either in Chile or upon arrival at a US port of entry,"

November 17 , 2025

Global produce industry applauds Trump Administration’s immediate tariff exemption on avocados, bananas, and coffee

The executive order is effective immediately and benefits categories such as avocados, bananas, pineapples, oranges, guavas, as well as cacao, coffee, and nuts. 

November 17 , 2025

From heat dome to bountiful harvest: Washington's frozen raspberry crop sees major 2025 recovery 

After years of production dips, the state is having the comeback it had been hoping for. However, rising labor costs and relentless competition are making this victory less than juicy. 

November 17 , 2025

Hapag-Lloyd delivers solid Q3 results amid lower freight rates and strong transport volume growth

The company’s earnings improved compared to the second quarter but remained significantly below prior-year levels due to upward cost pressure.

November 17 , 2025