Florida dragon fruit: small size, big ambitions

The Florida dragon fruit season has experienced strong growth thanks to a mild climate, resulting in better yields and high-quality fruit, Freshway Produce Inc. President & CEO Jose M. Roggiero tells FreshFruitPortal.com

August 04 , 2025

Hass Avocado Board focuses on nutrition research in new strategic plan

Emiliano Escobedo, Executive Director at HAB, talked to FreshFruitPortal.com about the organization’s 2025-2030 roadmap and its emphasis on knowledge production, trackability, and transparency.

August 04 , 2025

SL Produce doubles down on sustainable practices due to severe drought

July 30 , 2025

Peruvian avocado exports adjust standards and boost quality

Peru’s avocado exports are growing rapidly, aided by a new technical standard aimed at improving fruit quality and maintaining its position as a leading supplier.

July 28 , 2025

Meet Highland Charm, the first Scottish blueberry variety

It took the crossing of more than 300 blueberries to develop a blueberry that could flourish in Scotland's climate.

July 28 , 2025

Grapes are the new superfood, study says

The investigation affirms that grapes outrank other popular "superfoods", such as blueberries, in modulating the gut microbiome, the metabolome, and gene expression.

July 25 , 2025

Wonderful seedless lemons are natural—some shoppers don't believe it

Despite some social media outrage, Wonderful Seedless Lemons are the result of human intervention, and 100% natural and non-GMO.

July 25 , 2025

China suspends Section 301 tariff exclusion for U.S. agricultural products

This includes products like grains, tree nuts, alcohol, leather, and hides, as well as fruits. Importers also reported that all previously approved exclusions will be valid only until September 14.

July 23 , 2025

Despite challenges, Texas watermelon industry pushes to ‘sell every pound harvested’

The sector faced unusual competition this year as acreage increased in Florida and Georgia, leading to a larger U.S. production landscape.