Industry Announcements
Global Avocado Summit 2024 focuses on export markets, new origins and the state of the Chilean industry
The latest projections expect Chile's avocado production to reach 200,000 tons, driven by good fruit set and favorable weather conditions. More than 50% will remain in the local market.
November 21 , 2024
Fresh Del Monte appoints Thomas Padilla as Vice President of Avocados International
The organization says Padilla’s extensive expertise in the avocado category and proven ability to foster growth in global markets will support these efforts and enhance Fresh Del Monte’s position in the market.
November 21 , 2024
The 2024 Interpoma opening ceremony gives an update of the 2024/2025 harvest forecast
The overall drop is mainly seen for two major varieties, Golden Delicious and Gala, which have respectively shrunk by 10% and 11% compared to 2023.
November 21 , 2024
First Tanzanian Avocado Arrives in China: A Milestone for Tanzanian Agriculture and Mr. Avocado
This milestone marks the successful collaboration between Mr. Avocado, Tanzanian grower Africado, and Westfalia South Africa, making it possible to bring Tanzanian avocados to Chinese consumers for the first time.
November 21 , 2024
Zespri: November forecast shows "returns up across almost all categories"
Forecast per hectare returns are now at record levels for Green and Organic Green due to improved yields while maintaining strong market value.
November 20 , 2024
U.S. government invests $580M in port improvements to strengthen supply chains
Through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the current administration has announced investments in 580+ ports and waterway projects to strengthen supply chain reliability, speed up the movement of goods, reduce the costs of everyday items, and lower carbon emissions.
November 20 , 2024
Sorma Group presents solutions for an efficient apple supply chain at Interpoma
November 20 , 2024
New apple from Washington picks a global licensing partner
Washington State University reported that the new global licensing partner will manage sales of the licensed WA 64 trees and budwood to growers for planting or grafting in orchards.
November 20 , 2024
Zespri sales in the Northern Hemisphere could exceed 93,000 tons
“Our Japan and Korea markets will also start with our global SunGold business in the coming weeks, followed by the U.S. and China in December,” Nick Kirton, Zespri's managing director of Northern Hemisphere Supply said.
November 19 , 2024
New Port of Antioquia in Colombia will boost fruit exports starting 2025
Located on the southeastern side of the Gulf of Urabá in Antioquia, the port will have the capacity to handle general cargo, vehicles, refrigerated and dry containers, and solid and liquid bulk, not hydrocarbons.
November 18 , 2024
