No advantages: women in horticulture want a fair chance, research says

According to the data, 80 percent of women surveyed said they had experienced professional discrimination because of their gender, compared with 28 percent of men. 

August 07 , 2026

CGA makes slight downward revision to citrus export estimate as season ramps up 

Most categories are down by small percentages, but the projection for lemons is up with only 10 percent of the crop left to ship. 

August 07 , 2026

Tart cherry production to drop by 36 percent, USDA says

Spring freezes heavily impacted yields, with tight supplies expected for processors.

August 07 , 2026

The global fresh fruit industry mourns Peter Kopke Sr.

For more than six decades, he led the growth of William H. Kopke Jr., Inc., building a solid commercial network across Chile, Europe, Africa, and Australia

August 06 , 2026

Agronometrics in Charts: Record July heat leaves Piura mango flowering near 10 percent

Beyond reduced yields, the industry faces a shift in fruit size profiles that could complicate retail programs in major markets like the United States and Europe.

August 06 , 2026

GreenTech North America conference taking shape with leading CEA voices

The conference, to be held on Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 September at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, will focus on innovations and developments shaping horticulture across North America.

August 06 , 2026

Tight Australian supplies keep apple prices up

Retail costs have risen over 13 percent year-on-year, driven by inconsistent blossom development and heat-struck harvests.

August 06 , 2026

Ecuadorian banana exports score 5.5 percent uptick

Higher production offset weaker shipments to the US, East Asia, and Africa.

August 06 , 2026

Mexican strawberry industry calls for caution amid US antidumping probe

Former Aneberries President José Luis Bustamante warned of rising consumer costs if trade duties are ultimately imposed.

August 06 , 2026

Independent grocers show resilience amid economic turmoil 

A recent report released by the National Grocers Association and FMS Solutions also identified e-commerce and AI adoption as untapped opportunities for the sector.

August 06 , 2026