Present and future of Peruvian agriculture exports

David Sandoval, CEO of Fluctuante, analyzed the strengths, opportunities, weaknesses and threats of the sector, as well as the main milestones of the industry.

March 07 , 2025

California's almond industry knows a diverse export market is essential in the face of tariffs

Rick Kushman, spokesperson for the Almond Board of California, said to Freshfruitportal.com that "while China continues to be an important market, California almonds are shipped to more than 100 destinations, therefore maintaining a diverse export program is essential."

March 07 , 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump delays tariffs on goods from Mexico

Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform that Mexico will not be required to pay tariffs on anything that falls under the USMCA, the trade deal between the US, Mexico, and Canada, for a month.

March 06 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: E”BLUE”LUTION… From selling fruit… to selling plants?

Fresh produce and blueberry industry expert Diego Castagnasso analyzes new trends in the blueberry industry.

March 06 , 2025

Greater China was a standout market for Zespri in 2024

The company's President of Greater China, Michael Jiang, indicated high growth across the region, with 42.6 million trays sold in mainland China, 8.6 million in Taiwan, and 3 million in Hong Kong. 

March 06 , 2025

Sales of Spanish fruits and vegetables in the U.S. grew 20% YOY in 2024

The United States ranks 20th among the top destinations for Spanish horticultural products, so as a whole and at the sectoral level, it would not be one of the most damaged if the United States imposed tariffs on the country.

March 06 , 2025

'The future looks bright for South Africa's apple and pear industry': a look at the 2025 season

Freshfruitportal.com spoke with Jacques du Preez, Hortgro's Trade and Markets General Manager, about the current state of South Africa's apple and pear season. 

March 06 , 2025

Global berry market forecast to continue growing in a decade

According to the market intelligence platform IndexBox, "the market value increased at an average annual rate of 2.3% from 2013 to 2024, and is projected to continue growing.

March 05 , 2025

Mexican president says country will respond with retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports

Mexico’s President, Claudia Sheinbaum, called the move "unilateral," adding that it goes against the trade agreement that Trump signed during his first term.

March 05 , 2025

Walnuts may improve brain function, study suggests

This study is the first to specifically explore the immediate effects of walnuts on brain function in young adults over a single day, adding to prior research discussing the cognitive benefits linked to regular walnut consumption.

March 05 , 2025