Unifrutti Group acquires Peruvian table grape producer Safco for $150 million

The company is now has 100 percent ownership of the Peruvian producer, including its nearly 1,400 acres of grape farms, plus two modern packhouses in Ica.

December 12 , 2025

California table grape harvest ends with critical drop in cold storage inventory

Between weeks 46 and 48, the USDA reported a dramatic fall in cold storage stock compared to last year. A green variety shortage might be on the horizon, but the industry calls for calm as late cultivars are still at the packing house.

December 12 , 2025

Brazilian orange harvest forecast drops nearly 4% amid severe greening and drought

The new forecast estimates production at 294.81 million 90-pound boxes, a 3.9 percent below Fundecitrus' September estimates. 

December 12 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Stocked by the world—how foreign imports power the US fresh fruit market

As America’s appetite for year-round freshness grows, foreign growers have become essential partners in filling grocery shelves.

December 11 , 2025

Zespri boosts red kiwifruit portfolio with new Red80 variety

As kiwifruit becomes an increasingly competitive category, and customers want a constant supply of the company’s entire portfolio, including red kiwifruit, says CEO Jason Te Brake.

December 11 , 2025

Port chaos stalls South African table grape exports amid growing global competition

The South African Table Grape Industry reports a slower export pace, driven by increased inspections, adverse weather in Cape Town, and strong commercial rivals in the Southern Hemisphere.

December 11 , 2025

Canadian apple outlook holds steady as drought caps deciduous fruit growth

Weather setbacks put a question mark on early 2025-26 pome fruit projections, but crops are holding steady. Table grapes, meanwhile, are climbing back after last season’s steep drop.

December 11 , 2025

Ocean Mist Farms launches first-to-market Heartichokes line 

December 10 , 2025

Chilean avocado exports ramp up as China cuts imports back

Shipments from the Andean country surged as the Asian Giant’s arrivals tumbled, reshaping late-season market flows. US buyers continued to lean on Mexico amid historically low prices.

December 10 , 2025

Costco will demand 'deforestation-free' certification for all Michoacán avocados

The Pro Forest Avocado requirement aligns with the retailer's strategy for "high-risk" products, which demands traceability, monitoring, and verification through independent third parties.

December 10 , 2025