Polish blueberry hub working on market diversification

While interest in a standard level of fruit is increasing, the demand for the premium category is also growing.

March 13 , 2025

U.S. tree nut industry members discuss diversification, India, and marketing efforts

Leaders in the U.S. tree nut industry tell Freshfruitportal.com about their work to penetrate the Indian market, other markets on their radar, and their marketing efforts to solidify their position in new countries.

March 13 , 2025

Quality of Brazilian oranges has dropped this year

The fruit has a lower than desirable brix-to-acidity ratio, which affects the quality of the orange juice.

March 13 , 2025

Report shows Peruvian avocado plantings to slow down in the next five years

Several socioeconomic, climate, and political changes have affected the Peruvian avocado market in the last five years.

March 13 , 2025

APHIS expands the citrus greening quarantined area in California

This expansion does not impact commercial citrus.  

March 12 , 2025

California Walnut Commission secures funding to expand its global market reach

The strategic initiatives are focused on markets across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, due to their demand for healthy and nutritious food products. 

March 12 , 2025

First container of Chilean fruit from Maersk Saltoro vessel destroyed

Julio Ruiz-Tagle, Asia & Americas Manager of D-Quality Survey, confirmed to Freshfruitportal.com the destruction of the first container of fruit from the Maersk Saltoro vessel.

March 12 , 2025

Zespri ZAG Innovation Fund kicks off second year

Launched in November 2023, ZAG aims to engage innovators and experts to enhance climate resilience within food systems and develop solutions that prioritize productivity and environmentally friendly practices for kiwifruit cultivation.

March 12 , 2025

Three new varieties to receive Jerte Protected Designation of Origin

Thanks to the new varieties, the “Cereza del Jerte” P.D.O. is reaching the markets earlier, the president of the denomination, José Antonio Tierno, confirmed.

March 12 , 2025

Two unique apple offerings hit the market

Summerland Varieties Corp. launched the Snowflake™ and Sunpunch™ brands, currently available in Canada.

March 12 , 2025