How Australian table grapes cracked the code to China exports—and almost lost it all

Jeff Scott, CEO of industry body ATGA, recalls how a 30 percent rejection rate in 2012 forced the sector to rethink shipments to the Asian giant.

June 02 , 2026

Early spring frost damage: Michigan apples are alright

Multiple media reports sounded the alarm regarding the potentially devastating effects of 11 freeze events on the apple blooms during the early spring. Fortunately, for state growers, it’s business as usual.

June 02 , 2026

Colombia steps up TR4 protection efforts with public-private collab

The alliance will focus on scientific research, technology transfer, and resource mobilization to help contain the banana-affecting disease.

June 02 , 2026

California Walnut Commission celebrates specialty crop funding package

Funding aims to ease tariff pressures and rising production costs.

June 02 , 2026

San Diego Farms names Marc Oshima Senior Vice President of Sales

June 01 , 2026

Guatemala looks to sweeten mango exports by 2029

The Keitt variety continues to dominate shipments as the sector pushes for expansion amid rising input costs and logistical struggles.

June 01 , 2026

Mexican table grape season makes early debut, squeezing market prices

According to Sergio Lugo, director of Mexico Table Grapes, shipments are triple the exports recorded in the same period of 2025.

June 01 , 2026

Global OJ supply to drop 13 percent on smaller Brazilian crop, weak demand

Stocks pile up as consumers continue to pull back on purchases, says Rabobank.

June 01 , 2026

As banana margins shrink, BANA calls for a broader conversation

Industry body head Tom Stenzel told FreshFruitPortal.com the sector must engage the public’s undying love for the yellow fruit to ensure a more sustainable future for the category.

June 01 , 2026

Chilean avocado crop scores 10 percent production uptick, slashes previous record

A mix of favorable conditions, including favorable weather, improved grove management, and technological advances drove yields past the previous 15-year high.

June 01 , 2026