India fruit trade attracts California almonds, Washington apples and Australian cherries

Global fresh fruit exporters have their sights set on India. We round up the month's top headlines about the India fruit trade.

April 14 , 2024

FCSIC board of directors votes to return excess funds to Farm Credit System banks

The Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation board of directors has approved a payment of approximately $122.8 million in excess insurance funds to Farm Credit System banks.

April 12 , 2024

Florida governor signs bill that bans local heat protection for workers

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill Friday that bans cities and counties from passing their own heat protections for outdoor workers.

April 12 , 2024

CPMA visits Washington in support of Canadian fresh produce sector

They held discussions around issues of impact on Canada and USA agriculture trade in addition to key files for the fresh fruits and vegetable sector.

April 12 , 2024

Peru restricts Chilean fruit imports over pest detection

Peru's SENASA said the entry of Oriental fruit moth would cause significant economic losses for producers of these fruits.

April 12 , 2024

What research says about blueberries and health

What happens if you consume blueberries every day? We explore some of the benefits based on a 2021 study published in the National Library of Medicine. 

April 12 , 2024

Brazil's avocado campaign booms in Europe

In March, Brazil's avocado export campaign picked up pace with substantial volume destined for Europe, in particular the Netherlands.

April 12 , 2024

Washington apple farmers consider future in Indian market

Both family farms view the recent trade win of India reopening its market to U.S. apples as beneficial for apple farmers across Washington.

April 12 , 2024

US national citrus forecast hit by Valencia decline

The USDA NASS April citrus forecast shows a hit to overall U.S. citrus production, resulting largely from a dip in Florida's Valencia crop.

April 12 , 2024

Mexican mango volume drops as Guatemala, Nicaragua rise

In total, this week volume is about 8% lower than what was shipped the previous week.

April 11 , 2024