Vidalia Onion Committee names new Executive Director

As executive director, Curry will oversee the Federal Marketing Order 955, ensuring the success and growth of the Vidalia onion industry.

March 04 , 2024

Northern Chile's grape season to end almost a month early

High winter temperatures caused poor sprouting, which implies more work in greening, thinning, and harvesting, lower efficiency in all work, and generally lower yields.

March 04 , 2024

Egypt overtakes South Africa as continent’s top orange exporter

Weather woes and imposition of cold treatment by the European Commission severely impacted South African citrus exports in the past year.

March 04 , 2024

Muscadine research promises a new category, between table grapes and berries

The fruit has strong disease resistance, an appealing characteristic for growers. But consumption of the fruit has remained mostly concentrated in the region. Muscadine research could change that.

March 04 , 2024

Hortgro: Cape Town Port delays hindered South Africa stone fruit campaign

Current measures to improve port operations have come too late to salvage the operation of those seasons.

March 01 , 2024

Late Chilean cherry arrivals to U.S. extend season until March

Usually, Chilean cherry exports to the growing U.S. market end in mid-February. This year the late deal will see shipments arriving at U.S. ports until the week of March 15.  

March 01 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Peru's agricultural sector saw its lowest performance since 1992

With a workforce representing more than a fifth of the country's employees, the recovery of this vital sector is paramount for Peru's economic stability and prosperity.

February 29 , 2024

U.S. grape market remains tight ahead of peak Chilean volume

Supply issues began in August when Hurricane Hilary struck California. From there, the industry witnessed a domino effect of adverse conditions.

February 29 , 2024

Dole sells Progressive Produce for $120 million

The transaction, which is expected to close in March 2024, is subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

February 28 , 2024

Southern nectarine slated as 'mango' of the Ozarks

The Ozark Mango, named for its tropical flavor profile, is the seventh nectarine developed by the breeding program, located at the University of Arkansas. 

February 28 , 2024