Family-owned farms account for overwhelming majority of U.S. total, says USDA

According to the USDA report, 95 percent of America's 1.9 million farms are family-owned. The document also revealed that family farm producers are more likely to be women age 65 or older.

August 20 , 2025

Spanish cherries are finally cleared to hit Chinese market

Spain has finalized an agreement allowing its cherries to enter the Chinese market, marking a new chapter in the countries’ expanding agri-food trade.

August 20 , 2025

Eosta ships first Peruvian Raingrown oranges to Europe

Fruit shipments arrived the first week of August, and the company's plans are to continue sending one container shipment per week for the remainder of the import season.

August 20 , 2025

Tariff threats unveil the startling fragility of the North American food system

In the case of fresh produce, tariffs mean a price hike on high-quality fruits and vegetables, making them prohibitive for certain demographics in the U.S.

August 20 , 2025

U.S. avocado imports up on Mexican and Colombian supplies

Avocado shipments to the U.S. increased 16 percent in week 32, with Mexico remaining the top supplier.

August 20 , 2025

In a first for fresh produce, Zespri scores EU-approved health claim for green kiwifruit

According to the European Commission, daily intake of two fresh green kiwifruit contributes to normal bowel function by increasing stool frequency. 

August 19 , 2025

Sun World expands its global marketer network presence in Egypt, Chile, and Italy

August 19 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian blueberry exports surge backed by new varieties

The South American powerhouse's blueberry season is off to a strong start, but falling prices and rising competition highlight the need for innovation and market expansion.

August 19 , 2025

80 Acres Farms and Soli Organic merge into a $200M indoor farming company

The merger between 80 Acres Farms and Soli Organic will create one of the largest indoor farming networks in the U.S., with plans to produce up to 20 million pounds of fresh produce annually.

August 19 , 2025

Table grape exporting company hit with AUD$1M fraud fine

According to Australia’s Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry, the company submitted misleading documentation to the department to obtain phytosanitary certification during the 2017 and 2018 export seasons.

August 19 , 2025