Kissabel welcomes the Northern Hemisphere season 

The red-fleshed apple is taking over the US, the UK, and Europe with campaigns tailor-made to leverage the Halloween and fall moments in each market. 

September 21 , 2026

The avocado ripeness challenge: The industry is harnessing technology to win over consumers in India

Designed to make picking fruit easier, Westfalia Fruit’s Ripe-O-Meter seeks to familiarize building confidence among uninitiated shoppers.

September 21 , 2026

The new era of blueberry genetics: Innovations and market outlook for new variety releases – Part 1

Next-generation breeding programs are reshaping yield, shelf life, and flavor profiles to help growers meet rising retail standards and withstand shifting global climates.

September 21 , 2026

Breakfast and sliced applications drive avocado menu expansion amid shifting trends, HAB says

Rising Gen Z affinity for globally inspired fusion formats like birria ramen and sushi burritos is reshaping how operators feature the fruit.

September 21 , 2026

National Mango Board features the fruit as the star of Hispanic Heritage Month 

A campaign by the National Mango Board highlights the cultural value of the fruit among Latino communities in the United States and its potential to boost sales.

September 21 , 2026

Blueberry compound may help curb fat buildup in muscle cells

Lab findings suggest a naturally occurring substance could help reduce muscle fat accumulation without side effects.

September 18 , 2026

Rabobank sees room for European tropical fruit production despite climate hurdles

Rising consumer demand for avocados and mangoes is encouraging growers to explore new microclimates across southern Europe.

September 18 , 2026

USDA to harness lady beetles' pest control capabilities in Hawaii

The insect preys on a wide variety of aphids and other organisms, making it essential to biological pest control.

September 18 , 2026

Welcome to the guacamole era: Industry projects major market expansion as consumer curiosity rises

Growing demand for avocado-based foods, along with the rise of ready-to-eat products and format diversification, is driving the sector's outlook.

September 18 , 2026

Agronometrics in Charts: What California's early grape season means for the fall handover

With domestic supplies tightening earlier than usual, industry stakeholders are closely watching how quickly imports can arrive to fill the autumn market gap.

September 17 , 2026