USDA: 2018-19 citrus forecast drops in April, but remains up on last year

Decreased projected production rates for various citrus fruits in Florida are largely to blame for April's slightly less hopeful forecasts for the U.S.'s 2018-19 harvest season.

April 10 , 2019

GT USA Wilmington confirms new partnership with Chiquita

The port operator and terminal's deal with Chiquita Fresh North America will see the continued presence of the company at the Port of Wilmington through the next decade.

April 09 , 2019

Canada considers retaliatory tariffs on U.S. apples

In response to U.S. tariffs on aluminum and steel imports from Canada, the U.S. could be hit by duties on apples by its northern neighbor.

April 09 , 2019

Australia ag robotics startup Agerris raises US$4.6M in seed funding

The Australian field robotics startup has launched onto the agtech scene, securing funding to commercialize its automated farm equipment and help support farmers all over the country.

April 09 , 2019

NZ: Zespri moves into new headquarters

The new office will act as a hub for the kiwifruit industry, bringing together New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers (NZKGI) and Kiwifruit Vine Health (KVH).

April 08 , 2019

U.S.: LGS enhances summer citrus, Peruvian avocado programs

The company's advisors will be visiting citrus and avocado farms in Peru, Argentina and Chile ahead of the 2019 season.

April 08 , 2019

Total Produce announces board changes

The Ireland-based multinational has announced numerous board changes, including two retirements and one new appointee who is currently a senior executive for the Bank of Ireland.

April 08 , 2019

Ag foundation funds groundbreaking indoor farming research

The Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research has created a public-private partnership to study how to help plants thrive in infoor conditions.

April 08 , 2019

Germany: Cocaine worth €25M found in ALDI banana boxes

The banana cartons with the cocaine packets allegedly arrived by ship from Latin America, but authorities did not specify which country.

April 08 , 2019

Report: U.S. fresh apple holdings down 12% on last year

View the full April 2019 Market News report which also includes information of total U.S. apple holdings by variety and region, an EU stocks report and information on prices and exports.

April 08 , 2019