Agronometrics in Charts: Strong outlook for U.S. blueberry season despite slight drop in projected supply

U.S. consumers hold New Zealand apples in high regard for their quality, indicating consumers may be willing to pay higher prices for continued consumption.

May 08 , 2025

Zespri has a promising start to the 2025 season

In mid-April, the first charters with SunGold kiwifruit arrived in Europe at the ports of Zeebrugge in Belgium, Tarragona in Spain, and Vado in Italy.

May 08 , 2025

Chilean apple volume up for 2025

The Pink Lady Fruit Committee of Chile reported that overall shipments are projected to increase by 4.4%. In total, 573,658 tons are expected.

May 08 , 2025

Chilean dried plum exports show diversification and growth in 2025

According to customs data, the top ten destinations in the first quarter of 2025, apart from China, were Poland, Germany, the United Kingdom, Mexico, Italy, the United States, Australia, Spain, and the Netherlands. 

May 08 , 2025

Despite late start and smaller volumes, grower returns expected up for Southeast blueberry growers

Michael Hill, the CEO and owner of H&A Farms, with operations in Florida and Georgia spoke with Freshfruitportal.com about the ongoing season in both states and production volumes.

May 08 , 2025

The USDA will make disaster funding available for Georgia farmers by 'end of the month'

The Senator asked USDA Secretary, Brooke Rollins to expedite relief to Georgia farmers impacted by Hurricane Helene and to provide reasoning on why the administration cut Georgia's Local Foods for Schools Program (LFS).

May 08 , 2025

USDA announced disaster supplemental assistance and emergency loans for Kentucky residents

Severe storms, straight-line winds, deadly flooding, and landslides have hit the state, leaving many displaced and several farms grappling with the losses. 

May 07 , 2025

Frutura LLC, Dayka & Hackett, Subsole and Frutura Uruguay announce B Corp certification

“Because one of Frutura’s central principles is the championing of ethical and responsible business practices in large-scale farming, being B Corp Certified was a priority from the outset,” said Frutura CEO David Krause.

May 07 , 2025

Over 15,000 USDA employees have quit through Trump's financial incentives

The U.S. president's incentive program aims to shrink the federal workforce by offering several months of pay and benefits if they leave their jobs. 

May 07 , 2025

Taiwan blocks U.S. avocado imports over heavy metal levels

The shipment corresponds to 3,796.8kg of avocados imported by two separate companies, Chiawei Enterprise Co and Ourmart Marketing Co. 

May 07 , 2025