After Trump drops tariff threat against Mexico, U.S. produce associations push for USMCA passage

Urging congress to ratify the USMCA, Western Growers said "Like NAFTA before it, the USMCA maintains zero-tariff treatment for all produce, a provision that led to the tripling of U.S. exports to Mexico over the past 25 years."

June 12 , 2019

Argentina to send increased blueberry volumes in second export season to China

Committee of Argentine Blueberries said it hopes to increase market opportunities in the Asian nation until China represents 20 or 25% of its production.

June 12 , 2019

U.S.: Feeding America and Collaborative for Fresh Produce team up to fight food waste

With Feeding America's investment, the Collaborative for Fresh Produce says it will partner with commercial farmers and food banks to hone a sustainable model meant to help the hungry.

June 11 , 2019

Global Grape Summit wrap-up part one: International panorama and spotlight on Peru

Part one of our Global Grape Summit coverage features presentations from Manuel José Alcaíno, President, Decofrut (Chile) and Alejandro Fuentes, General Manager, Agrícola Don Ricardo (Peru).

June 11 , 2019

Mexican tomato exports to U.S. fall due to 17.5% tariff

AMHPAC explains a guarantee is now required from exporters - if it does not cover the entire exported volume, it obliges them to send a smaller quantity. leading some companies to export half of what they would normally ship.

June 11 , 2019

Avocados in Charts: Will lower volumes from Peru fuel higher prices?

Peru is expecting decreased production, a more spread out commercial window, and ever-increasing diversification of the nation's customers- thus, its volumes won't likely dampen the market's current high prices.

June 11 , 2019

Limoneira Company sees drop in revenue, rise in expenses in Q2

"Even though fiscal 2019 expected results have been temporarily affected by the weather, we are well positioned for solid growth and improved profitability in the coming years, " said Limoneria's CEO.

June 10 , 2019

U.S.: California port's ag exports rise despite tariffs

Farm good shipments in 2019's first four months increased 12% over last year, with ag exports to China up 5%, despite the nations' escalating trade war, said the Port.

June 10 , 2019

The Philippines overwhelmed by millions-strong mango surplus after El Niño

The Philippines' agriculture department has launched a new marketing campaign for locals and also aims to increase exports in order to shift its two million kg surplus of mangoes.

June 10 , 2019

Wonderful launches seedless lemon brand

The U.S.'s largest citrus company and owner of the Halos mandarin brand says its "game-changing" Wonderful Seedless Lemons brand will debut in North America this fall.

June 10 , 2019