Mexican avocado breaks world record with gigantic guacamole bowl

Weighing 6.8 metric tons, the milestone was achieved in two and a half hours, bringing together more than 1,000 local producers and community members in Tancítaro, Michoacán.

May 22 , 2026

France ratifies its right to ban contaminated non-EU fresh produce imports 

The European country announced in January that it wouldn’t allow products with traces of certain pesticides already forbidden in the bloc. 

May 21 , 2026

Australian apples close 2025 season with high value and a tight crop

The industry might have dealt with lower volumes, but elevated prices delivered a positive performance, driven by steady demand from family households. 

May 21 , 2026

Jalisco helps bridge summer avocado gap as GLC Cerritos boosts US programs

The company plans to expand export-certified acreage while investing in ripening, bagging, and regional distribution to support future growth.

May 21 , 2026

Agronometrics in Charts: Possible "Super El Niño" raises concerns across fresh produce markets

Heavy rainfall and temperature anomalies threaten fruit firmness and post-harvest life for key South American exports.

May 21 , 2026

Albertsons debuts AI-powered fresh produce quality control system

The technology is in use in selected distribution centers for inspections of strawberries and red and green grapes.

May 20 , 2026

Zespri reports record $3.45 billion sales revenue for 2025 season

The kiwifruit giant is also celebrating its highest ever profit, up 55 percent from the 2024 season.

May 20 , 2026

Chilean fruit guild meets with newly appointed USDA-APHIS director

The Andean country’s industry body and US regulators reviewed phytosanitary protocols and regulations.

May 20 , 2026

Argentina navigates uncertainty and headwinds in a challenging 2026 apple season 

A dramatically smaller crop, combined with a surge in imports and an increasingly competitive international market, has created a perfect storm for the Latin American industry. 

May 20 , 2026

San Joaquin cherry growers seek second disaster declaration following extreme weather

County officials estimate excessive heat and rain reduced this season’s crop by over 60 percent, raising hopes for federal relief support.

May 20 , 2026