US mango supply remains low, amid decline from Mexico and Central America

Mango exports from Mexico, Guatemala and Nicaragua to the United States are expected to decrease in comparison to the previous 2023 season.

March 29 , 2024

Safeway Fresh Foods risks 3-year ban over $3.9M PACA complaint

Safeway Fresh Foods LLC is accused of failing to make payments of nearly $3.9 million to 13 produce sellers from October 2021 through July 2023.

March 29 , 2024

Naturipe Farms announces new Vice President of Marketing

March 29 , 2024

Reminder: Global survey seeks insight on fresh produce costs, trade

March 29 , 2024

USDA hosts workshops on expanded nursery insurance option

The nationwide Nursery Value Select program serves as a great alternative as the Nursery Field Grown and Container program ends.

March 29 , 2024

South Africa eyes Asian markets as oranges gain access to Vietnam

South Africa’s citrus season starts in April, but exports start picking up in May. That’s when the industry expects to start “sizable” shipments to Vietnam. 

March 29 , 2024

Strong US fruit outlook forebodes lower grower prices for apples, more

As United States fruit growers enter their spring and summer seasons, the USDA ERS is forecasting lower overall prices for domestic growers.

March 28 , 2024

Citrus production and value continue to drop in Florida

U.S. citrus production is now dominated by California, accounting for 79% of total production, but that was not always the case.

March 28 , 2024

Dole terminates Fresh Express deal under antitrust pressure

In a release Thursday morning, the company said the decision resulted from the U.S. Department of Justice’s decision to pursue litigation to prevent the transaction. 

March 28 , 2024

Agronometrics Interviews: Perspectives from Fruit Logistica 2024: Herbert Widmann GmbH

Jan-Henrik zum Felde, Key Account Manager at Herbert Widmann GmbH, discusses blueberry markets and the company's global reach.

March 28 , 2024