US mango demand soars and sets pace for 2026 growth

What started as a seasonal treat has ripened into a year-round business. Behind the growth are diversified origins, evolving consumption habits, and a sustained push to build confidence in the category.

January 19 , 2026

How dark sweet cherries support a healthy gut and a sharper mind

Over a decade of research shows that regular consumption of dark sweet cherry juice and powder can improve gut health by increasing beneficial bacteria and reducing inflammation.

January 19 , 2026

NABC joins farm groups calling for congressional relief

Rising labor and input costs are leaving many specialty crop growers operating on razor-thin margins. Industry leaders say existing support hasn’t kept pace with the pressure.

January 17 , 2026

US cherry industry mourns passing of veteran leader B.J. Thurlby, former WSFC president

In his 25 years as WSFC president, Thurlby helped to grow international markets for sweet cherries by more than 300 percent, with exports going to 29 countries.

January 16 , 2026

Chilean table grape season kicks off with 64-million-box forecast as focus shifts to US-Peru supply balance

Despite improvements in product and prices, the US market presents challenges for the industry due to a supply overlap with Peru.

January 16 , 2026

Komet’s new low-pressure sprinkler delivers up to 12 percent improved yields

From the edge of the field to real-time data, the Austrian irrigation specialist is sharpening its focus on precision at the field’s edge.

January 16 , 2026

Researchers advance Argentinian blueberry genetics to develop local weather-adapted cultivars and boost competitiveness

The work seeks to strengthen the competitiveness of the country’s blueberry industry by obtaining cultivars that combine early production, fruit quality, and good post-harvest life.

January 16 , 2026

Avocado volumes dip early as US imports stay ahead of last year

From Europe to China, avocado markets entered 2026 with uneven momentum and notable changes in origin mix.

January 16 , 2026

Planasa’s Pink Hudson raspberry wins Superior Taste Award's highest three-star rating

The variety achieves the highest distinction of Three Stars, with a score of 90.7%

January 15 , 2026

Agronometrics in Charts: Record-breaking Peruvian blueberry exports top $2.5B amidst global market diversification

The country's exporter base expanded to 207 companies, bearing fruit for the sector as a whole. Growth in Europe and China helped absorb increased supply, allowing exporters to reduce pressure on core markets.

January 15 , 2026