Argentine lemons: "Tough" second U.S. export season, says Seald Sweet

Argentine lemon exporters have not been able to build much upon their last season in the U.S. market this year, with unusually heavy rains in growing regions diminishing the amount of export-quality fruit.

August 06 , 2019

U.S.: United Fresh reports rising fresh produce sales, slowed unit growth

Value-added vegetables and meal prep options are especially bolstering momentum, according to the United Fresh Produce Association's FreshFacts on Retail.

August 05 , 2019

Chinese companies have stopped buying U.S. agricultural products, says commerce ministry

The move comes after U.S. President Donald Trump last week signaled he would set new tariffs on US$300bn more of Chinese goods from Sept. 1. 

August 05 , 2019

Clean Verification: A revolutionary new way to rid produce of pathogens

Clean Verification treatment - which is being used by Sunkist and Mission Produce - is not only more effective at killing harmful pathogens than traditional methods, but also extends fruits' shelf life and eliminates pesticide residue.

August 05 , 2019

Researchers develop new early citrus greening detection method

Using a low-cost staining method, researchers have developed a technique to make an early diagnosis of Citrus greening - up to two days after transmission.

August 05 , 2019

Canada: BC cherry exports could still be significant despite rain, says industry body

A BC Cherry Association representative explains the rain affected early and mid-season fruit, but most of the export cherries are later-ripening varieties.

August 05 , 2019

South African blueberry industry forecasts soaring growth

South African blueberry production is forecast to grow by around 45% this season and potentially reach a whopping 50,000MT in five years.

August 05 , 2019

U.S. eases Colombian Hass avocado import requirements

Authorities say the move means move Colombian Hass avocado farms will be eligible to export to the U.S. market, which granted market access two years ago.

August 02 , 2019

U.S: Solid export campaign for Northwest cherries despite ongoing China issues

"Our hope is always that we get 30% of the crop exported and we've been able to achieve that this year so as an industry we're very happy," says the Northwest Cherry Growers.

August 02 , 2019

Chile declares agricultural emergency in drought-ravaged Coquimbo

The eight reservoirs in the Coquimbo region are at an average capacity of 65%, and the remaining water is only expected to last for two more seasons.

August 02 , 2019