Jalisco avocado closing season

Despite harsh weather conditions this year, Jalisco will end the season with around 120,000 tons of avocados exported. 

May 01 , 2024

U.S. Department of Labor finalizes Farmworker Protection Rule 

The rule is supposed to protect temporary agricultural workers under the H-2A program in the country, by promoting employer accountability, enhancing safety measures and preventing labor exploitation. 

April 30 , 2024

Fedefruta Chile elects a new president

April 30 , 2024

JoyWingMau attends Global Cherry Summit 2024 to join hands with peers for the development of the cherry industry

On the occasion of this global fruit event, JoyWingMau Group held the "Soar into the Sky, and Unite for Greater Heights" Partner Cocktail Reception 2024, which promoted global connection and diversity in the fruit industry.

April 30 , 2024

The Dominican Republic expects a boost in mango production

For the first time in 13 years, the Dominican Republic surpassed Haiti in mango exports to the U.S. with 8,550 metric tons (MT) shipped in 2022, according to the National Mango Board.

April 30 , 2024

Mexico to further regulate GE food ingredients

The newly enacted law creates a legal mechanism for the State to ensure that all Mexicans are provided with “culturally appropriate food”.

April 30 , 2024

BLOOM FRESH announces Cherry International Open Day  

This two-day program will offer an opportunity to learn more about BLOOM’s Cherry program which includes such varieties Cheery Treat™, Cheery Nebula™ and Cheery Cupid™ amongst others.  

April 29 , 2024

Florida citrus hopes for 2024 rebound

The Florida citrus industry has battled continued difficulties in recent years. However, Florida Citrus Mutual President and CEO Matthew Joyner tells FreshFruitPortal.com that the sector is eager to move on from these challenges.

April 29 , 2024

Zespri’s Tim Clarkson discusses crisis management and learning from difficult seasons

This year, Zespri projects total production of 180 million trays of kiwifruit from its 15,000 hectares planted in New Zealand and elsewhere.

April 29 , 2024

What U.S. fruit growers got out of the USDA trade mission to India

A large delegation of United States trade representatives, led by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, traveled to New Delhi, India this month to advance bilateral trade.

April 29 , 2024