Start to book these key fruit industry events coming in 2022

The South American Blueberry Convention, Agricultural Water Summit and Global Cherry Summit will all be held in the first half of the year.

January 05 , 2022

U.S. blocking tomato shipments from Mexican farms accused of abusing workers

The administration is blocking all tomato shipments from the agribusinesses based in the Mexican state of San Luis Potosí, under a “withhold release order” handed down in late October by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

January 05 , 2022

Freeze damage on citrus trees: Preparation and recovery

Because it is very difficult to assess the damage right after freezing, it is recommended to wait until the spring when the flush is fully expanded and mature.

January 05 , 2022

Farmer sentiment rises on strengthening current financial position

Even as supply chain issues hamper producers' capital investment plans, the Farm Capital Investment Index rose in December, up 10 points to a reading of 49. 

January 05 , 2022

Port of Oakland launches program to expedite ag exports

The goal is to provide relief to agricultural exporters who are facing shortages of export capacity and skyrocketing logistics costs. 

January 04 , 2022

Sumo Citrus kicks off with expanded distribution and new bags

"Once someone tries Sumo Citrus for the first time it's easy to see the reason for such a loyal following," said Ron Steele, Vice President of Sales.

January 04 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: Berry prices see magnificent growth year-on-year in U.S. market

Overall we can conclude that these four types of berries have seen higher prices, over 50%, than in previous seasons for the same date range.

January 04 , 2022

New technology in strawberry production

These technologies can improve strawberry production by reducing inputs and increasing efficiency in a range of on and off-farm tasks.

January 04 , 2022

Mexico: Researchers warn of drought in early 2022

Over the following months, it is expected that La Niña will develop from moderate to intense, meaning Mexico could have drought conditions from the north to the center of the country again.

January 04 , 2022

Map shows almost all of California out of ‘exceptional drought’ after storms

The heavy storms during late December contributed to a record snowfall for the month, with the Central Sierra snow lab observing 193.7 inches of snow.

January 03 , 2022