Agronometrics in Charts: Mexican avocados stealing the show once again

Mexico continues to top the charts as the world’s top avocado exporter, with over 6,720 million pounds shipped in the past 3 years.

January 31 , 2023

USDA estimates all citrus categories down for 2022-23

A recent report by the USDA is estimating that global citrus production will decrease in all categories for the upcoming 2023 season.

January 30 , 2023

Freska expecting strong growth in Mexican mango volumes

With the opening of Mexican Mango Season, Freska will supply customers with mangos both organic and conventional all the way through September.

January 30 , 2023

UF/IFAS research: 70 years working on varieties of Florida strawberry

During the Florida strawberry growing season, which runs through April, the industry generates $300 million for the state’s economy

January 27 , 2023

A major season for new varieties of Chilean table grape

For the first time this year, the export volumes of new varieties of Chilean table grapes are expected to exceed the supply of traditional varieties.

January 27 , 2023

North Bay strategy drives two hires

The company is seeking to build on the West Coast and Mexican relationships.

January 27 , 2023

Lakeside Produce declares bankruptcy, owing $188 million

The firm filed for bankruptcy on Jan. 17, with the company facing total claims of $187,889,241 in debt.

January 25 , 2023

AgriFORCE Growing Systems to acquire Berry People

The initial agreement, which shall be followed by a definitive purchase agreement, sets forth a purchase price of $28  million.

January 25 , 2023

USDA publishes strengthening organic enforcement final rule

The update seeks to protect organic integrity and bolster farmer and consumer confidence in the USDA organic seal by supporting strong organic control systems.

January 25 , 2023

Two-thirds of Spanish fruit and vegetable imports come from non-EU countries

Spanish imports of fruit and vegetables from non-EU countries grew by 14% year-on-year.

January 24 , 2023