Pistachios contain as many antioxidants as blueberries, new study finds

Phytochemical extracts of the fruit were also shown to inhibit cancer growth in all three cancer cells without causing cytotoxicity to the cells

November 07 , 2022

Chile: More than half of table grape exports in 2022-23 will be of new varieties

The milestone follows significant efforts in the Latin American country to plant new grape varieties and become more competitive on the world stage.

November 07 , 2022

Mexico and U.S. certify irradiation plants to strengthen fruit and vegetable exports

Irradiation as a phytosanitary treatment, a variant of conventional quarantine processes. Its main objective is to neutralize pests and minimize risks to plant health in importing countries. With this certification, Mexico and the U.S. seek to facilitate fruit and vegetable exports between the two countries.

November 07 , 2022

Iranian vessel carrying $1M worth of fruits sinks

The 17 reefer containers carried fruits and vegetables for sales and re-exporting in the UAE. Although the produce was lost, no deaths were reported.

November 07 , 2022

APHIS drafts pest risk assessment for Brazilian Tahiti lime imports

The U.S. is asking for comments on a PRA that would open up the market to one of the world's biggest producers of limes

November 04 , 2022

Attorneys general sue to stop $4B dividend payment tied to Kroger-Albertsons deal

The dividend is part of a nearly $25B deal that would combine the two chains with more than 5,000 stores. The merger has encountered several challenges, as U.S. senators and union representatives have voiced concerns about layoffs and price surges.

November 04 , 2022

The North American market remains crucial for the blueberry industry - Rabobank

As one of the main destination markets, the U.S. is focusing on availability as demand for year-round conventional and organic blueberries remains steady.

November 04 , 2022

IBO Report shows a blueberry industry undergoing transformation

The extensive data reveals some interesting trends and forecasts a continued expansion.

November 04 , 2022

Guatemala’s Producers and Agricultural Exporters Delegation present at Global Produce & Floral Show

A delegation of over 30 producers and agricultural businessmen from AGEXPORT’s Agricultural sector were present in Guatemala’s Pavilion at THE GLOBAL PRODUCE SHOW.

November 04 , 2022

Australia approves apple imports from the U.S.

The U.S. has officially been given the green light to send fresh apples to Australia, ABC News reports. The announcement comes as Australian growers voice concerns about biosecurity risks and oversupply.

November 03 , 2022