Mexican avocado industry bets on sustainability, pledging the fruit will be “deforestation-free” by 2026

Ana Ambrosi, Director of the Avocado Institute of Mexico, explained to FreshFruitPortal.com that the industry works with a robust traceability system that actively monitors the entire supply chain—from orchard to export. 

August 27 , 2025

Marketing and education—The National Mango Board's multi-pronged strategy to drive year-round mango sales

The organization has become a key industry partner that stands out by supporting the retail sector and employing a diverse strategy to boost consumption and instill loyalty into the American consumer. 

August 22 , 2025

Meet the 2026 IFPA board of directors

The 2026 IFPA board will be confirmed by a ballot and begin their service at the 2025 Global Fresh Produce & Floral Show, in Anaheim, California.  

August 21 , 2025

South African Flash Gala makes history and celebrates a record-breaking season

The BigBucks variety—commercialized under the Flash Gala brand—made history with the largest volume harvested since the brand's launch, representing a 41 percent increase from the previous season.

August 20 , 2025

Amazon's fresh produce delivery to hit 2,300 new U.S. cities

The list of served markets is currently 1,000 strong, including Raleigh, NC; Milwaukee, WI; Tampa, FL; and Columbus, OH.

August 14 , 2025

Tom Byrne steps up as new President & CEO at Titan Frozen Fruit

August 08 , 2025

TSW 2026: The leading fruit and vegetable industry fair in central and eastern Europe

August 07 , 2025

Hass Avocado Board focuses on nutrition research in new strategic plan

Emiliano Escobedo, Executive Director at HAB, talked to FreshFruitPortal.com about the organization’s 2025-2030 roadmap and its emphasis on knowledge production, trackability, and transparency. 

August 04 , 2025

USDA allocates $675.9M to Florida farmers for hurricane disaster relief

The grant is part of the $30 billion disaster assistance relief effort authorized by the American Relief Act and will cover infrastructure, citrus, timber, and direct market losses.

July 21 , 2025

Chiquita lays off the last of its workforce in Panama

July 18 , 2025