APHIS publishes pest risk assessment for citrus imports from Botswana

The entity is inviting stakeholders, industry partners, and the public to share their concerns and provide information related to the proposed importation of lemon, grapefruit, mandarin, and sweet orange.

October 04 , 2024

Deal reached to end East Coast port strike

The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. (USMX) on Thursday evening announced the deal on wages and agreed to extend their contract until January 15. The contract had expired on Sept. 30.

October 04 , 2024

Experts suggest Peru could achieve a record in blueberries this season

If the plants manage to overcome the onslaught of reduced rainfall in the north, the country could produce 20-30% more than in 2022, reaching a new production record in 2024, Beta's assistant agricultural manager told Freshfruitportal.com.

October 04 , 2024

Chilean grape industry reacts to U.S. growers challenging Systems Approach approval

California growers have sustained that the authorization unlawfully abandons traditional, time-tested safeguards and exposes U.S. grape producers to significant risks and costs, including those related to invasive pests.

October 04 , 2024

The devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on Georgia's pecan industry

Extension Horticulture Specialist for pecans at the University of Georgia, Lenny Wells, said the hurricane has been by far the worst the state has experienced. 

October 04 , 2024

Ecuador, Peru, and Chile weigh in on the U.S. port strike

The ongoing stoppage by the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) in U.S. ports from Maine to Texas has put these supplier countries on high alert, as the strike could disrupt shipments of their fruit to this key market.

October 04 , 2024

Chilean cherry season to set new record with 59% export increase

The top varieties expected to be exported are Santina (38.3 million boxes), Lapins (45.7 million boxes), and Regina (24.3 million boxes), with 23.2 million boxes of other varieties.

October 04 , 2024

Avocados From Mexico® obtains the Great Place To Work Certification™ 2024

October 03 , 2024

Uncertainty persists after third day of strike at U.S. ports

Early on Tuesday, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a statement saying it is taking all measures to monitor and address possible repercussions for consumers.

October 03 , 2024

Apeel Sciences provides free coating services support to produce suppliers affected by port strike

October 03 , 2024