The uncertain state of the global walnut industry

Global walnut production is concentrated in China and California, which dominate about 90% of production total production.

October 30 , 2024

Spain's stone fruit exports surpass the 1 billion dollar mark

According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, during the summer fruit sector meeting on September 24, stone fruit production this year is now at 1.8 million tons and accounts for 30% of the country's production. 

October 30 , 2024

Tomra Food extends corporate partnership with Citrus Australia

October 30 , 2024

Argentine agriculture organizations detect a virus that affects papayas

Although over 45 viruses have been reported in papayas in tropical and subtropical regions, only the Papaya Ringspot Virus (PRSV) and the virus that causes the disease known as meleira, are considered threats to papaya production.

October 30 , 2024

APHIS authorizes soursop imports from Mexico to the United States

After several pest risk analyses, the government determined that applying one or more designated phytosanitary measures would be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds to import fresh soursop fruit from Mexico.

October 30 , 2024

Brazil's fruit exports see value increase in 2024

Brazilian mangoes, lemons, and melons saw an increase in export value despite the adverse weather affecting fruit-producing regions.

October 30 , 2024

Fresh Farms elects Josh Acuña to drive sales and innovation

October 29 , 2024

Perspectives from IFPA 2024: Interview with Gerardo A. López, Commercial Director at Berry Lovers

Berry Lovers' commercial director talks about the company's mission and the challenges of the industry in Mexico.

October 29 , 2024

Kroger-Albertsons merger trials end in Colorado and Washington

Both trials argued around the same points against the $24.6 billion merger: competition, prices, and jobs.

October 29 , 2024

Prohibited fruits seized at U.S.-Mexico border

The fruits, coming from Reynosa, were not declared to customs. The authorities seized and destroyed them, as they may harbor pests such as fruit flies.

October 29 , 2024