Colombia exporting 120,000 tons of Hass avocado in 2023

Colombia has exported 125,000 tons of Hass avocados so far in 2023 and is expected to ship another 20,000 by the end of the year, nearly 30% more than in 2022. 

October 12 , 2023

South Texas growers sounding water alarm

Mexico fails to uphold its agreement on river water rights, which has put South Texas growers in a perilous situation.

October 11 , 2023

Leading German food retailer goes exclusive with Sekoya blueberries

As in many global markets, blueberry consumption in Germany has increased steadily in the last couple of years, meaning that consumers are more and more demanding with the fruit they are buying. 

October 11 , 2023

Pacific Trellis Fruit adds talent to sales team

Pacific Trellis Fruit/Dulcinea Farms announced the addition of industry veterans Mike Walsh and Seymur Ashumov to its team. 

October 10 , 2023

Peruvian grape volume up 9%

The U.S. received 47% of Peru’s overall shipments in 2022. It  is expected to remain the top export destination for Peruvian grapes.

October 05 , 2023

Hurricane Idalia’s Florida ag losses now pushing $447M

Losses for non-citrus fruits and tree nuts were  roughly $2.6 million, while vegetables and melons saw damages of $60.6 million, the report says.

October 03 , 2023

South Africa citrus celebrates “sustained growth” in U.S. market

South African citrus exporters are sharing positive news regarding exports to the U.S. market, with demand in the American market increasing and production volumes on the rise.

October 02 , 2023

Muscadine grapes get superfood makeover

UF/IFAS researchers are developing a freeze-drying technique to preserve the fruit’s peel, as it contains most of the superfood properties, while making it more appealing to audiences.

September 29 , 2023

FrostBoss inaugurates blade manufacturing facility

Based in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, the firm produces frost fans and exports its products to six continents.

September 29 , 2023

Suterra pest control suits global direction

Suterra products help growers reduce their carbon footprint because they are passive dispensers or aerosol emitters that are typically applied only once per season.

September 29 , 2023