Mexico forecasts record-breaking avocado exports to U.S. in 2019-20

As Mexico's 2019-20 season gets underway, an industry association is forecasting that its exports to the U.S. will break the one-million-ton mark for the first time ever.

July 09 , 2019

Grapes in Charts: California sees low prices after Mexican supply surge

Industry sources expect this year to be similar to last, with low grape prices running from week 38 through the end of the year, when they could drop even more.

July 09 , 2019

Fresh produce industry responds to trade agreement between EU, Mercosur

In Argentina, the APAMA celebrated the announcement and a future of possible zero tariffs for its fruit; meanwhile, the CGC in Spain lamented the deal.

July 08 , 2019

Argentine apple and pear exports suffer 15% price cut

An oversupply in the Northern Hemisphere and a 10-day closure of Argentina's border with Brazil negatively affected the apple and pear export season.

July 03 , 2019

Chile: SAG launches phone app to identify ag pests

The app will allow users to send a photo, video or audio of a pest that is affecting crops, so that SAG specialists can analyze the information and take appropriate measures to control it.

July 03 , 2019

The impact of digital marketing in the avocado industry

Companies in the agricultural sector must make an effort to adapt to today's digitalized environment and the needs of their target audiences, says the World Avocado Congress.

July 02 , 2019

Costa Rica: Protests block shipping port, lead to US$12m in losses

The protestors, who are objecting a new value-added tax as well as Education Ministry policies, have caused traffic jams and blockages impacting shipping exports through the Moín port in Limón.

July 01 , 2019

Europe's heatwave intensifies with dangerous temperature spikes

Fortunately, as quick as the heat surges back to the north, a storm is expected to sweep welcome cooler air into northern Europe, says AccuWeather.

July 01 , 2019

Successful International Blueberry Summit "raised the bar", says IBO chair

Nearly 400 attendees joined the exciting event to gain insight about the blueberry industry's challenges and opportunities from its key leaders.

June 28 , 2019

Brazil starts orange season, forecasts 36% rise in volumes

Regarding the rise in Brazil's season's volumes, Fundecitrus said it responds to a greater flowering, explaining that this would have increased the number of fruits.