California faces first Caribbean Fruit Fly quarantine since 1985 in Los Angeles County

The announcement was made through a press release following the detection of two adult insects in and around the City of Montebello.

October 20 , 2025

Chilean cherries kick off 2025-26 season in China with exclusive and profitable TikTok sales

The fruit, harvested in mid-October in Chile’s Colchagua Valley, arrived in Shanghai on Friday and is going for up to $150 per 5.5lbs.

October 17 , 2025

Port of Rotterdam strike comes to an end: Agreement reached after 7-day stoppage

After days of negotiations, the dockworkers’ union announced an agreement to increase wages by between 17 and 20 percent over three years.

October 17 , 2025

Electronic certification and better market access mark Canada-Mexico agri-food trade talks

The negotiations between the two countries aim to ensure “competitive, safe, and high-quality products for consumers and processors”.

October 17 , 2025

Peruvian blueberry exports double as the US and China lead demand

‘Blue gold’ shipments jump nearly 93 percent, putting the country’s 400,000-ton milestone within reach.

October 17 , 2025

Is your company safe? Industry leaders release guide with 5 strategies for produce fraud prevention

The problem is severe: 54 percent of produce companies report that fraudsters have attempted to trade with them, while 41 percent have been direct victims of produce fraud.

October 17 , 2025

IFPA CEO Cathy Burns urges industry to 'Fight for Fresh' amid tariff disruptions and climate change threat

During her keynote at the Global Produce & Floral Show in Anaheim, Cathy Burns outlined how the association’s core beliefs are driving advocacy, innovation, and resilience across the fresh produce industry.

October 16 , 2025

Much more than a side dish: EarthFresh revolutionizes the market with its Butter Potato Program

The company is introducing a range of butter-rich potatoes bred to perform. From chefs and retailers, to everyday cooks, the feedback on these creamy spuds has been overwhelmingly positive.

October 16 , 2025

Global blueberry industry leaders gathered in South Africa for impactful Berries ZA-hosted IBO Summit 2025

The Berries Za team planned two years in advance to organize an impactful three-day program featuring industry panels, keynote discussions, and IBO insider announcements.

October 16 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Chilean avocado production holds steady following record year

Following its second-largest harvest ever, Chile’s avocado industry is aiming for consistency over growth. With tech-driven farming and sustainability at its core, the sector is positioning itself as a steady supplier in a competitive global market.

October 16 , 2025