South African farmers want WTO dispute declared over EU citrus rules

The EU's plant health rules could cut South Africa's orange exports to Europe by 20% this year, according to the Citrus Growers Association of South Africa (CGA).

August 08 , 2023

United States’ CDC “actively investigating” Cyclospora outbreak

The outbreak is linked to imported raw broccoli, with 20 identified cases stemming from this product. However, no  specific brand or producer was identified.

August 08 , 2023

Agronometrics Interviews: A tour of the U.S. apple season with United Apple Sales

Brett Baker, president and sales manager of United Apple Sales, analyzes prices, production volumes, trade and more.

August 08 , 2023

Yellow Corp.’s bankruptcy may trouble U.S. trucking

Yellow had been dragging financial issues for some time which industry analysts attributed to poor management and strategic decisions over decades.

August 08 , 2023

Ecuadorian avocados to make U.S. debut

In 2022, Ecuadorian avocado exports drove over a million dollars in revenue, with roughly 1,300 tons shipped.

August 08 , 2023

Strong season for South American citrus

The current season of Chilean citrus in the U.S. is ongoing and will continue until October. 

August 07 , 2023

Updated Market News app is out

The app, first launched in February 2022 and expanded in June 2022, gives agricultural producers and others in the supply chain instant access to current market information. 

August 07 , 2023

Recyclable food tray solution brings sustainability to retail

The new, skinnier trays are made from PET, which is the same material used for plastic water bottles.

August 07 , 2023

Colombia’s new fresh fruit offerings making waves

Avocado, Tahitian lime, purple passion fruit, mango, oranges and pineapples lead the uptick.

August 07 , 2023

Whole Foods purchasing Braga Fresh’s regenerative broccoli trial crop

Regenerative farming trials seek to conserve solid carbon by reducing tillage passes. This boosts soil biology diversity and decreases overall diesel consumption during harvesting.

August 07 , 2023