Zespri has a promising start to the 2025 season

In mid-April, the first charters with SunGold kiwifruit arrived in Europe at the ports of Zeebrugge in Belgium, Tarragona in Spain, and Vado in Italy.

May 08 , 2025

Chilean apple volume up for 2025

The Pink Lady Fruit Committee of Chile reported that overall shipments are projected to increase by 4.4%. In total, 573,658 tons are expected.

May 08 , 2025

Taiwan blocks U.S. avocado imports over heavy metal levels

The shipment corresponds to 3,796.8kg of avocados imported by two separate companies, Chiawei Enterprise Co and Ourmart Marketing Co. 

May 07 , 2025

Global melon market on a flat trend pattern, the United States remains main importer

The market performance is forecast to expand with an anticipated CAGR of +1.4% over the next decade, projected to bring the market volume to 35 million tons by the end of 2035.

May 07 , 2025

Unitec, a company that follows the ripe times... of fruit

May 06 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Despite challenges in the U.S. market, New Zealand apple producers see an opportunity

U.S. consumers hold New Zealand apples in high regard for their quality, indicating consumers may be willing to pay higher prices for continued consumption.

May 06 , 2025

With genetic material from California, Dominican Republic aims to revitalize its citrus sector

To boost the citrus sector, the Agricultural Bank of the Dominican Republic (Bagrícola) will finance RD$340 million (US$ $5.7 million) to plant 10,000 new citrus groves and recover existing plantations.

May 06 , 2025

Chilean blueberry research seeks to boost health benefits and improve quality

The project focuses on fruit quality, specifically aroma, firmness, and color. It also addresses agronomic management, particularly irrigation strategies. 

May 06 , 2025

AUTUMNCRISP® Grapes: Retail’s Sweetest, Most Snack-able Success Story

From agronomic advantages to shopper loyalty, this is what makes AUTUMNCRISP® a top performer.

May 05 , 2025

Mango market: U.S. imports projected up on increased supplies

Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, and the Dominican Republic are actively harvesting and packing mangoes for export to the United States.

May 05 , 2025