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



