Chilean citrus: Clementines end with 18% volume drop, mandarins off to quick start

Juan Enrique Ortúza, president of the Chilean Citrus Committee, said that mandarin exports are higher year-on-year but are expected to finish off lower than 2018.

August 07 , 2019

Image of peculiar 'long neck' avocado goes viral

Florida-based fruit supplier Miami Fruit last week posted an image of an interesting looking avocado that has caught the attention of thousands.

August 07 , 2019

Australian Fresh Produce Alliance commits to ethical employment practices

To improve the sector's employment practices, the alliance says it will work with retailers, suppliers, the government, and their grower networks.

August 06 , 2019

LatAm countries form united front against TR4 - 'Diseases know no borders'

The agriculture ministers of Costa Rica, Colombia and Ecuador, along with various other international delegations, all attended an event in Quito on Monday.

August 06 , 2019

Opinion: Foretelling the Mexican mango season wind down

"This time of year we are besieged with industry 'expert' misconceptions, misinformation and inaccurate interpretations of the facts," saysNissa Pierson of Crespo Organic Mangoes.

August 06 , 2019

Blueberries in Charts: Higher prices are coming

The blueberry industry should see a price increase in the next couple of weeks, a trend historically seen from week 30 to week 40.

August 06 , 2019

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