Proposed bill to protect Florida ag from freezing temperatures

Specialty crop growers have been able to access insurance policies at reasonable costs that cover losses caused by specific covered impacts such as wind. However, no existing policies currently cover damage from freeze and cold exposure.

December 05 , 2023

Rain affected nearly 50% of early Chilean cherries 

Some farms in the Maule region of Chile say they will be able to harvest only 20-40% of the total volume initially estimated following storms and heavy rainfall. 

December 05 , 2023

COP 28: Food and ag the “heightened focus”

At the event, 70 farmer representatives will be present as the delegation of the World Farmers Organization (WFO). 

December 05 , 2023

Agronometrics Shorts: U.S. market witnessed a 35% surge in prices for Peruvian asparagus in 2023

Stringent fumigation requirements imposed by U.S. health authorities created formidable barriers for numerous producers seeking contracts with importers in this pivotal market.

December 05 , 2023

Panama Canal drought causes slot reductions and extended shipping delays

Pacific-to-Atlantic (northbound) transits showed a sharp rise in wait time in November for ships without reservations, coinciding with cuts to reservation slots. 

December 04 , 2023

Kroger posts first sales drop since 2021

During an earnings call, CFO Gary Millerchip indicated that performance was impacted by declining inflation during the third quarter, and that the trend affected unit growth rates.

December 04 , 2023

Coalition pens open letter to Secretary Vilsack on ag labor

The coalition specifically criticizes the USDA’s Farm Labor Stabilization Pilot program, which had a cost of $65 million, saying that a similar investment for assisting farms in hiring, retaining and improving worker conditions is yet to be put on the table by authorities.

December 04 , 2023

Ambrosia Gold apples harvest complete

Today, Ambrosia ranks as the 9th best-selling apple in the USA, encompassing all conventional and specially licensed apple varieties and brands. 

December 04 , 2023

Ecuador’s Social Responsibility Efforts Include Dole’s DALE Foundation

December 04 , 2023

Wegmans opening six new stores on East Coast

Growth plans include a recently opened store in Manhattan, New York, at the corner of Lafayette Street and Astor Place

December 01 , 2023