Agronometrics in Charts: How to play “Forecasting Vs Reality“ game… and not die trying!

Guest article by Diego Castagnasso, a fresh produce and blueberry industry expert.

May 15 , 2025

Chilean apples arrive in U.S. retail stores

Chile is the leading exporter of fresh apples to the U.S., with a 44.7% market share over the past five years according to USDA data.

May 15 , 2025

2025 Michigan asparagus season underway

“Michigan asparagus deserves to be the centerpiece of the plate this season, and our strategy reflects that,” said Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board Executive Director Jamie Clover Adams.

May 15 , 2025

San Joaquin County authorities seek aid for California cherry growers with disaster declaration

If the disaster declaration is approved, the County's cherry grower community will receive assistance in the form of grants or low-interest loans.

May 15 , 2025

Avocado market: Mexican supplies fall 12% in the U.S., Peru consolidates its dominance in Europe

Prices continue their upward trend, with increases of 10% to 11% for medium-sized avocados.

May 15 , 2025

Dayka & Hackett partners with UVEX to extend premium table grape offerings

The partnership will focus on developing 500+ hectares of land into premium grape varieties.

May 15 , 2025

USDA to restore climate change webpages

In a letter announcing the reinstatement of the webpages, the USDA said the process to restore all removed content will take two weeks.

May 14 , 2025

USDA delegation visits U.K. advocating for U.S. ag exports after Trump's trade deal announcement

President Trump announced last week a historic U.K. trade deal that will lower tariffs, remove trade barriers, increase market access, and strengthen cooperation on economic security. 

May 14 , 2025

California almond production forecast up 3% from last year

This year, the almond bloom began the first week of February in the Sacramento Valley and peaked mid-month.

May 14 , 2025

Fresh Del Monte to investigate reports of unlicensed Pinkglow pineapple production in Nicaragua

The Pinkglow® Rosé variety is protected by intellectual property rights, which grants Fresh Del Monte complete exclusivity over its cultivation, production, and marketing.

May 14 , 2025