Mango's price plunge and banana's fungal fight: Key trends that shaped the 2025 exotic fruit industry

The year was transformative for tropical produce, as demand soared worldwide and bold new trends emerged across markets.

January 02 , 2026

Global blueberry industry 2025 recap: The year of the "Blue Renaissance"

After years of ever-growing competition, stakeholders had to shift strategies. Now, blueberries are not a numbers game, but a quality marathon, where innovation and varietal renewal drive growth, wider margins, and consumer satisfaction. 

December 31 , 2025

Chile forecasts 12 percent increase in stone fruit exports this 2025–26 season

The Chilean Stone Fruit Committee’s optimistic second projection for the 2025–26 season is based on robust data from 46 companies covering the vast majority of last year’s exports.

December 30 , 2025

The year of the avocado: Fierce competition and record volumes shaped the 2025 market

Global supply, steady promotions, and multi-origin sourcing continue to reshape the US avocado category, even as pricing pressure and policy debates intensify. From California groves to Mexican packinghouses, the market remains firmly in play.

December 30 , 2025

Grape expectations: Global table grape trade reshapes supply and demand

From tariff pressure to port congestion, exporters faced a more complex playing field this year. The industry’s response signals a tighter focus on quality, timing, and collaboration.

December 29 , 2025

US avocado imports wrap 2025 with volume lift

The final trading weeks delivered a timely boost for the US avocado pipeline. Elsewhere, volume shifts suggested a less-than-smooth landing for several international markets.

December 29 , 2025

Global cherry industry 2025: Southern hemisphere dominates as quality and logistics become core focus

South and North Hemisphere cherry-producing countries reconfigure their seasons while traditional and emerging markets seek to secure their participation in the global chain.

December 26 , 2025

Lemon pricing crisis drives Limoneira's revenue down 20 percent as the company pivots to avocados

The past twelve months were less than kind to the California company, which reported a dramatic drop in net revenue for fiscal year 2025. The firm is committed to its value-creation strategy and continues to liquidate real estate assets. 

December 24 , 2025

US pear market set for major production rebound in 2026, regaining net exporter status after last year’s drastic decrease

US pear exports will jump by nearly 40 percent while imports are set to drop by 13 percent. Global production is also set to decrease but exports will see a slight improvement.

December 24 , 2025

4 ways healthy soils build better cities: From food to climate resilience

Healthy soils do far more than simply support buildings, roads, and other infrastructure: they sustain resilient and green cities. support the health of people, animals, plants, and the environment.

December 24 , 2025