Chilean frozen fruit industry challenged by drop in fresh production

The United States is the main market for Chilean frozen fruit, representing 43% of the country's total sales.

February 09 , 2024

Conditions for interstate movement of fresh citrus from oriental fruit fly quarantine area modified

This Federal Order provides relief to the growers by establishing a new treatment approach under which fresh citrus fruit from non-core areas may enter domestic commerce outside of the quarantine, using alternative fumigation and subsequent cold treatment methods.

February 08 , 2024

Florida successfully controls deadly pest

Initially, peppers were hit especially hard, with leaves curling and growth altered due to the infection. 

February 07 , 2024

Agrovision celebrates 10th anniversary

In just a decade, Agrovision has become the third-largest grower of blueberries in Peru, capturing the leading position in the global premium blueberry market. 

February 07 , 2024

IBO announces Driscoll’s Mario Steta as new chairman

Steta will succeed McPherson, formerly the general manager of Australian company Costa Group’s berry business, who held the IBO President’s position for eight years. 

February 07 , 2024

Kroger CFO departs for Costco

Gary Millership is leaving the company after 15 years of service and will take up the same position at Costco Wholesale

February 06 , 2024

Russia bans 30% of Ecuadorian banana exports

The Russian market represents 21% of all Ecuadorian banana exports worldwide, with 75.7 million boxes exported in 2023.

February 06 , 2024

Canadian greenhouse announces far-red lighting trial for mini cucumbers

Far-red light, which is part of the light spectrum just beyond visible red light, has been shown to influence plant behaviors such as flowering and growth patterns.

February 06 , 2024

U.S. Brazilian mango imports projected up

The 2023-24 Brazilian season is expected to be about 31% higher year-on-year.

February 05 , 2024

Fruit fly quarantine continues in California

Residents are urged to cooperate with agriculture officials and allow them access to your garden to place traps, inspect plants, conduct necessary treatments, or remove potentially infested produce.

February 05 , 2024