Peruvian citrus sector working to regain steam

The U.S., China, Europe, Central America, and Canada continue to be the main destination markets for Peruvian citrus.

February 09 , 2024

Quantified Sensor Technology wins challenge Mexico

February 09 , 2024

Spanish farmers protest EU’s Common Agricultural Policy

The industry demands urgent reforms to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), one of the main legislations of the European Union.

February 09 , 2024

Brighter Bites named strategic partner of MyPlate.gov

Through this partnership, Brighter Bites joins a large variety of organizations and companies to elevate USDA’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPlate’s mission to encourage healthier eating habits and choices.

February 09 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian avocado industry navigating a complex landscape with resilience

Despite its success in the 2023 campaign, avocado cultivation sector in Peru faced several obstacles, particularly in northern Peru, where expectations of high yields and large sizes were met with challenges posed by high temperatures.

February 08 , 2024

Zespri lays out plans for "promising" 2024

Zespri is currently planning a new consumer marketing campaign and merchandising opportunities to start another new season off strong and fuel its growth.

February 08 , 2024

Bloom Fresh to license protected plant varieties in China

The firm has actively taken legal action against nurseries and growers who illegitimately use its proprietary varieties and trademarks, successfully resolving enforcement cases in Yunnan, Jiangsu, Shaanxi, and Guangdong.

February 08 , 2024

Chilean nut exports revised up

Chilenut President Juan Esteban Rodriguez tells FreshFruitPortal.com that, despite the growth achieved in the Indian market, the industry continues to deal with historically low prices due to quality issues.

February 08 , 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