U.S. fruit imports soared to new record in July

U.S. fruit imports soared by 19 percent year-on-year on July to reach a record US$1.57 billion, according to newly released USDA data.

September 06 , 2021

China greenlights more favorable South African lemon export protocol

It is anticipated that this change will result in increased exports of lemons to China, with the first shipments under the new protocol likely to begin this year.

September 06 , 2021

Wealthy Mexican avocado grower, 23 relatives flee to U.S. - report

A wealthy Mexican avocado grower has fled to the U.S. with around two dozen relatives due to violence from drug cartels who have been fighting for control over the industry.

September 03 , 2021

South Africa's table grape association appoints new CEO

The South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) said the new appointee would early in the new year take over the reins from Willem Bestbier, who’s retirement as CEO was announced in May 2021

September 03 , 2021

Western Growers slams California Senate's passing of bill that "strips farmworkers of essential democratic rights"

The bill, first introduced on Feb. 12, works to have an alternative to the secret ballot election process that has been a part of the Agricultural Labor Relations Act (ALRA).

September 03 , 2021

Electric tractors receive growing interest as startups reach market

“[High-tech elements are] eventually going to be a tool that allows farmers to tell their story,” Monarch co-founder and CEO Praveen Penmetsa said, “and get more value for their crop.”

September 03 , 2021

Chile: Mixed picture for stone fruit production trends

There is a mixed picture in Chile in terms of production trends for key stone fruit commodities, with the fresh peach planted area falling rapidly as nectarines nudge up and cherries soar.

September 02 , 2021

Opinion: How to safely return to the office

Vanguard CEO Craig Stauffer reveals his decision-making in what has become a complex and important matter for many businesses around the world.

September 02 , 2021

Fyffes posts record 2020 loss amid melon and mushroom asset charges

The Ireland-based company swung into a record loss of almost €170 million last year as it was forced to take large impairment charges against its melon and mushroom businesses.

September 02 , 2021

APHIS considers Egyptian mango imports with pest risk assessment

The Egyptian government has asked USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to authorize imports of fresh mango for consumption into the U.S.

September 02 , 2021