USDA announces appointments to the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council

Nine members and 10 alternate members have been appointed by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack to serve on the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC).

December 24 , 2024

Colombian avocado exports continue upward trend

Europe remains Colombia's primary export market, accounting for 73% of its 2024 exports, while the United States makes up the remaining 27%.

December 24 , 2024

The potential and challenges of working with strawberries in Peru

Agricultural advisor Cynthia Falcón details the steps needed to transform this fruit into a competitive product in local and international markets.

December 24 , 2024

Vietnam anticipates it will export fresh passion fruit to the United States in 2025

Technical negotiations were completed in August, the ministry said. Now, legal procedures are underway for the official export of fresh passion fruit to the U.S.

December 24 , 2024

UF: Florida ag production losses from Hurricane Milton top $190M

Hurricane Milton impacted more than 5.7 million acres of agricultural land in the state, producing an estimated $8.6 billion in agricultural products over multiple growing seasons each year.

December 23 , 2024

Spain again urges EU to tighten controls on South African citrus

In November, the European Commission detected two shipments of oranges and one of lemons from South Africa infested with citrus black spot.

December 23 , 2024

Pomegranate season in South Africa is underway with Angel Red

The first Angel Reds will be destined for local consumption, as prices in South Africa before Christmas are expected to be very good.

December 23 , 2024

Australian cherry exports down as sector focuses on quality

Several days of rain in the New South Wales and Victorian growing areas hindered mid-December trade.

December 20 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: U.S. fresh pear industry faces historic declines in 2024-25

Washington, historically the largest pear-producing state, is projected to see a staggering 30% drop in output, with production falling below Oregon’s for the first time.

December 19 , 2024

Asia Fruit Logistica announces 2025 China Meet Up and other events

December 19 , 2024