Unifrutti adds to Latam scope with double acquisition

In January, the firm announced the acquisition of Chilean company Verfrut. The purchase helped the group to become one of the largest production centers for grapes and cherries globally.

March 11 , 2024

Citrus sector drives Brazil’s ag employment, even as inventory remains low

Brazil’s citrus sector continued to drive job growth in the country’s agriculture industry, according to 2023 employment data compiled by CitrusBR. Orange juice inventory, however, remains low.

March 11 , 2024

Peruvian avocado prices 40% to 50% higher than last season

Juan Carlos Paredes, president of ProHass, the Peruvian Association of Producers and Exporters of Hass Avocado expects good prices to remain until week 25.

March 11 , 2024

Chilli thrips threaten U.S. fruit growers in several states

This insect mainly feeds on the sap of young leaves and buds. But all above-ground parts of its host plants may become discolored by its feeding.

March 11 , 2024

Ecuadorian soursop finds opportunities and challenges in Europe

The growth of the fresh soursop industry, which between 2021 and 2022 increased from 121 to 243 tons exported, has generated interest on the part of new producers and exporters to enter the European Union market.

March 11 , 2024

Fruit analyst Betina Ernst: “Being a woman is an advantage"

March 8 marks International Women's Day, a time to reflect on women’s contributions and their ongoing struggle for gender equity.

March 08 , 2024

SEKOYA adds Mastronardi Produce to blueberry platform

Proprietary blueberries Sekoya Beauty, Sekoya Crunch, Sekoya Grande, Sekoya Pop and Sekoya Fiesta are planted worldwide. With this partnership, Mastronardi will have access to all of these.

March 07 , 2024

California citrus holds its position in 2024 despite challenges 

Continued increases in costs of production and inflationary pressures since the pandemic have “drastically increased the cost to grow, pack, and ship citrus all around the world,” says Casey Creamer, CEO of California Citrus Mutual. 

March 07 , 2024

U.S. imports of Chilean grapes to hit 35 million boxes

The East Coast will receive approximately 15 million of those boxes, and the West Coast 5 million.

March 07 , 2024

Spain issues Hep A alert over imported strawberries

This is the second notice issued by Spain this year for Moroccan strawberries.

March 06 , 2024