Loss of lemons in Spain due to frosts could lead to higher prices

Considering all the affected producing areas in Alicante and Murcia, the total loss is estimated to be 150,000 tons.

March 03 , 2025

US East and Gulf coast dockworkers ratify six-year contract

The new contract, which boosts the hourly rate for workers to $63 from $39, is retroactive to October 1, 2024, and will be in effect until September 30, 2030.

February 26 , 2025

New Zealand's fruit exports increase in January

Due to increased agricultural commodity exports, New Zealand's trade balance has so far decreased in 2025.

February 24 , 2025

Aldi US plans to open more than 200 new stores in 2025

In addition to the store expansion to the Southeast, ALDI will add new stores in the Northeast, Midwest, and the West, and enter new communities, like Las Vegas.

February 14 , 2025

Mexican blueberries to experience 9% drop in production

Despite the drop, Mexican producers are working on better agricultural practices and new cultivation techniques, applying advanced production technologies, and cultivating new varieties.

February 14 , 2025

Demystifying USDA Organic Certification: A Guide for Farmers & Producers

February 13 , 2025

Florida citrus output projected down for 2024-25 season

Matt Joyner, executive vice president and CEO of Florida Citrus Mutual, said that the USDA's forecast reflects the tremendous adversity Florida’s citrus growers continue to face after two decades of citrus greening and devastating hurricanes.

February 13 , 2025

SA Citrus Growers Association's Manager: "Logistics is a big obstacle right now"

Mitchell Brooke, the Logistics Development Manager of South Africa's Citrus Growers Association, spoke with Freshfruitportal.com about what set 2024 apart logistically and the prevalent challenges that need to be addressed this year.

February 13 , 2025

Production of most Mexican berries forecast to increase in 2025

Volume growth can be attributed to a rise in exported and domestic demand, access to water, improved planted berries variety, and modernized agricultural practices.

February 11 , 2025

The U.S. NRF's Supply Chain and Customs Policy Vice President 2025 retailer outlook

In a Webinar on the 2025 Trans-Pacific Shipping outlook, Jonathan Gold said retailers must keep an eye out for inflation concerns, weaker consumer confidence, and policy uncertainty in connection to trade. 

February 03 , 2025