Chiquita worker strike in Panama ends: Banana workers reach agreement

Due to the work stoppage at the plantations, Chiquita Panama shut down its facilities, laid off more than 6,000 banana day laborers, and its administrative staff left the premises.

June 12 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: And after 4 weeks…

Guest article by Diego Castagnasso, a fresh produce and blueberry industry expert.

June 12 , 2025

Florida peach growers should look into high-density planting

According to the University of Florida, climate-start breeding and refining orchard management is what the state's stone fruit growers need to keep in mind.

June 12 , 2025

Opinion: Blueberries – Endless growth?

Compared to other berries, blueberries have the advantage of being more transportable, maintaining their quality even after several weeks of travel by ship and truck.

June 12 , 2025

U.S. apple production slightly up in June

The reported volume represents a 5% decrease year-on-year from the 57 million bushels previously recorded. However, this is still 17% higher than the five-year average.

June 12 , 2025

Dole's former owner David Murdock dies aged 102

A self-made billionaire and longtime advocate for plant-based nutrition, Murdock was widely regarded as a visionary in both business and health.

June 12 , 2025

Calavo Growers receives non-binding acquisition proposal

The $32 per share offer for the major avocado grower-distributor represents a 35.7% premium.

June 12 , 2025

U.S. food prices outpace CPI in May, though fruit and vegetable inflation dips

U.S. food prices rose at an annual rate of 2.9% in May, outpacing overall inflation, with mixed trends across produce categories.

June 11 , 2025

Divine Flavor and Grupo Alta host Sun World to showcase new Ruby Rush variety to Mexican growers

June 11 , 2025

South African Flash Gala apples find sweet success in India’s growing market

With over 700,000 cartons shipped to India this season alone, Flash Gala has solidified its place as one of the most sought-after apple brands on the subcontinent.

June 11 , 2025