Fusarium wilt resurfaces in North Florida watermelon fields

The disease, caused by a stubborn soil-borne fungus, typically causes watermelon plants to wilt, turn yellow, and die.

April 29 , 2026

Brazil registers newly discovered spontaneously emerging banana cultivar 

Originating from a natural mutation of the Caturra variety, Clarinha features a lighter and brighter peel.

April 29 , 2026

Five Crowns marketing announces changes to sales leadership team

April 28 , 2026

Italy’s ripening market enters a new phase as Catalytic Generators targets expansion

April 28 , 2026

FAO calls for immediate action as Strait of Hormuz crisis squeezes farmers’ margins and raises food prices

Director-General QU Dongyu urged a coordinated policy response, highlighting that measures over the next 90 days would be crucial to soften the blow to farmers and consumers alike.

April 28 , 2026

OSHA scraps inspection targets in revamped heat-hazard program

The move lowers previous goals of doubling on-site heat inspections compared to the 2017–2022 average.

April 28 , 2026

Agronometrics in Charts: US apples gain momentum, but weather risks threaten a bountiful season

Dry conditions across much of North America are raising concerns about how the growing season will develop.

April 28 , 2026

South Korea: A demanding and strategic market for cherries

An expert in the Korean market, Patricio Bobadilla, analyzed the Asian market and its requirements for achieving good commercial results.

April 28 , 2026

California Walnut Commission receives $2.6 million grant to expand global market reach

The state is home to over 3,700 growers and handlers that ship the fruit internationally year-round.

April 28 , 2026

Zespri launches Rubyred Kiwifruit nationwide in the US and Canada

The company rolled out its red-colored cultivar on the West Coast last season to test logistics and confirm strong consumer enthusiasm.

April 27 , 2026