Industry Announcements

Camposol secures historic financing for $400 million strengthening Peru's sustainable agribusiness

December 08 , 2025

First commercial shipment of Australian blueberries lands in Vietnam

In a press release about the milestone, Australian produce supplier The Berry Collective says the shipment is full of specifically selected Echo blueberries, grown for the Vietnamese market.
December 08 , 2025

Hit by historical lemon price drop, Limoneira sells two Chilean ranches at a nearly $4 million loss

The California citrus giant is adopting a value creation strategy after a sour 2025. Chilean private equity fund Sembrador Capital, once a major shareholder in one of the properties, bought them for $15 million. 
December 08 , 2025

SEPC now accepting applications for Next Generation Leadership Academy

December 05 , 2025

FreshDirect’s food 2026 trend forecast: From artisanal waters to restaurant-quality staples

The leading New York online food retailer’s annual report highlights Americans’ growing preference for local products, bold flavors, and ready-to-eat pro-chef options.
December 05 , 2025

UniSpice launches ready-to-cook fresh-cut beans to deliver major labor savings and zero prep for Foodservice

December 03 , 2025

Pear-fect comeback: Northwest crop up 78 percent as harvest wraps

After last year’s reduced volumes, USA Pears reports higher yields across all 10 varieties in the region, with the popular Bosc leading the boost.
December 03 , 2025

Avocado volumes poised to smash 3 billion pound record in 2025

Once considered specialty produce, avocados now sit firmly at the center of US eating habits. A new forecast shows volumes smashing past 3 billion pounds next year, driven by smarter promotions and steady demand.
December 02 , 2025

APEAM refutes Nayarit government: Avocados from the state will not be debuting in the US

An announcement from Nayarit jumped the gun on US market access for its avocados. The Mexican Avocado Producers and Packers Association says no approval exists and that federal agencies must make any such call. For now, the export map remains unchanged.
December 01 , 2025

Americans sweeten up with berries, Driscoll’s survey finds

Americans are trading the candy aisle for the berry basket, a new Driscoll’s survey shows. Fresh fruit is increasingly seen as both a reward and a wellness boost. The findings highlight how natural sweetness is reshaping what “treat yourself” means.
November 28 , 2025