Mission Produce acquires Calavo Growers for $430 million, expanding North American avocado business

The addition of Calavo is expected to create a scaled North American avocado and fresh produce platform, allowing Mission to expand internationally and accelerate its business model diversification.

January 14 , 2026

Avocados From Mexico sets the bar high with 2.5B reasons to believe

After an historic avocado season, the challenge now is sustaining demand well beyond peak events, the organization says.

January 14 , 2026

A sting in the tail for European Foulbrood: AI tool aims to sharpen bee disease diagnostics

A new image-based approach could help beekeepers spot sick colonies before they reach orchards at peak bloom. Faster field decisions may mean healthier hives and fewer costly mistakes for growers.

January 13 , 2026

Chilean cherries look to the US market amid higher supplies

With domestic supply out of season, retailers are betting on bigger sizes and reliable programs to keep shoppers engaged. For Chilean cherries, timing—and trust—are everything.

January 12 , 2026

Exotic, sweet, and year-round: Fruit trends driving US specialty produce sales

From pastel-hued pineapples to finger limes and luxury mangoes, retailers are leaning into variety as shoppers seek more than the usual fruit bowl.

January 09 , 2026

Mexican mango momentum rolls on in the US, EMEX president says

Reelected EMEX President José Ángel Crespo outlines how climate pressure, regulatory shifts, and market diversification are shaping the country’s mango sector.

January 08 , 2026

Global shipping braces for rough 2026 as overcapacity crisis finally sets to hit the market

After a difficult 2025 riddled with tariff turmoil and geopolitical disruptions, the following twelve months promise to be a continuation of a less-than-favorable year for trade around the world. 

January 07 , 2026

Spanish kaki persimmon crop bounces back, promising longer seasonal programs

This season’s supply is giving the importer room to think beyond survival mode. Longer commitments and broader distribution are reshaping how the company approaches a tightly timed specialty item.

January 06 , 2026

From nursery to post-harvest: Westfalia's strategy to make Colombia an avocado powerhouse

In recent years, the country has emerged as a new player in the global market. Although it is still considered a young origin, its productive potential is enormous.

January 05 , 2026

Mango's price plunge and banana's fungal fight: Key trends that shaped the 2025 exotic fruit industry

The year was transformative for tropical produce, as demand soared worldwide and bold new trends emerged across markets.

January 02 , 2026