IMF delegation inspects Ecuadorian banana sector

The visit offered an in-depth look at production workflows, labor sustainability practices, and the industry’s role in rural community development.

August 24 , 2026

USApple reports eroding margins despite sustained yields

Rising volumes face a challenging market as growers navigate declining farm gate prices and increased input expenses.

August 24 , 2026

Panama Canal cuts daily capacity on watershed deficit—again

Despite water-saving measures, the canal’s authority has confirmed additional transit reductions as El Niño continues to deal adverse effects.

August 21 , 2026

NC Sweetpotato Commission Foundation awarded $138,173 grant to combat guava root-knot nematode

August 21 , 2026

Viva Fresh Clean Eating Challenge opens 2026-2027 applications

August 21 , 2026

Industry operations largely unaffected following earthquake, says Colombia Avocado Board 

Despite major human losses and ongoing rescue missions, orchards, packing facilities, infrastructure systems, and main transportation routes are operative.

August 21 , 2026

Chilean avocado production scores another 10 percent uptick

The sector is poised to slash previous records and hit 285,000 tons for the upcoming 2026/27 season.

August 21 , 2026

The game plan to make table grapes a go-to healthy snack in the US market 

The Global Grape Group’s “Have a Grape Day” campaign reached millions and generated $67 million in sales over two years.

August 21 , 2026

Valencia citrus yields hit 20-year low

Aging groves and rising input costs have severely impacted the community’s profitability and productivity.

August 21 , 2026

$7.5 million federal grant set to expand cold chain capacity in the US

As part of the Make America Healthy Again agenda, the USDA announced the funding to support food assistance entities. 

August 21 , 2026