Report: Criminal networks, led by European mafias, jeopardize Latin American fruit exports

The Europol report says criminal networks have inventively made use of legal business structures to facilitate or conceal their criminal activity and launder their money, a scheme that appears to have infiltrated fruit exports. 

April 11 , 2024

The progeny of Honeycrisp and Cripps Pink needs a name

How do you capture the Washington spirit and the international appeal of an apple in one name? That's the goal of Washington State University’s new quest to name its upcoming apple release, WA 64, the offspring of Honeycrisp and Cripps Pink. 

April 11 , 2024

California blueberries gearing up for a better season

California’s volume typically peaks around the third week of May, with blueberries available from mid-late April to mid-June. 

April 11 , 2024

Peruvian avocado supplies build up for 2024

Around 22,000 small producers from Sierra de los Andes saw earlier harvests, boosting volumes by around 60%, Peru’s Producers and Exporters Association said.

April 11 , 2024

California citrus breeding program grows with congressional support

Congress is allocating an additional $500,000 in federal funding on top of the $1 million granted last year to expand the program into California. 

April 10 , 2024

Georgia Ports handled 436K TEUs in March

GPA has achieved a growth of 11 percent in total container trade during the first three months of the calendar year 2024.

April 10 , 2024

Washington expands apple market with Vietnam trade deal

Washington State and Vietnam strengthened their trade ties this week for apples, cherries and other agricultural commodities.

April 10 , 2024

Tips to manage eastern lubber grasshoppers, a threat to citrus and vegetables

These insects can be found from March-April to about October-November in North Florida and the state’s Gulf Coast, and they can be economically important throughout Florida. 

April 10 , 2024

Chiquita hit with witness issues in ongoing paramilitary financing case

This month, U.S. District Judge Kenneth A. Marra dismissed three expert witnesses offered by both the banana company and plaintiffs.

April 10 , 2024

Washington blueberries look to Asia, as growers await highest volumes in decade

Due to its location and consumer preference for blueberries, Canada has proven profitable. Exporters are now looking at Asia, however, to expand their markets. 

April 10 , 2024