Port congestion continuing on both coasts

Imports at the nation’s major retail container ports are expected to be at near-record levels this spring and summer as consumer demand and supply chain challenges continue to result in congestion.

March 11 , 2022

Meet the “Ultra” avocado buyer driving the market

While this segment only accounts for a single digit share of all avocado buying households in the U.S., it is responsible for more than a third of total U.S. purchase dollars of the fruit.

March 10 , 2022

In 2022, produce shoppers demand a deal

One factor surpassed ripeness, appearance and quality in this annual survey on produce shopping trends.

March 09 , 2022

Situation for domestic and imported produce shippers see "several areas of improvement" - USDA

However, the USDA notes that although West Coast port backlogs fade from media headlines, East Coast ports are now reporting record traffic, along with increased wait times for berths and container pickup.

March 08 , 2022

California citrus growers face a "tight market" for the second year

"With the fruit on the tree it affects the next year, we have growers that are looking at two years of consecutive losses" said the California Citrus Mutual Presiden Casey Creamer.

March 07 , 2022

EPA denies objections on chlorpyrifos

The EPA denied objections from a variety of grower associations calling for a tolerance level in its use.

March 04 , 2022

Russia disruption: fertilizer supplies a concern, container lines suspend services

Key ingredients for fertilizers could see disruption, and container lines have also announced the suspension of services to and from Russian ports.

March 03 , 2022

Naturipe owner announces Southeast blueberry expansion

Over the last year, Michigan Blueberry Growers (MBG), an owner of Naturipe Farms, has made significant additions to its Southeast blueberry program.

March 02 , 2022

Food inflation perceptions among consumers driving new habits

Consumers are returning to home cooked meals, and agree on concerns regarding inflation. Perceptions are real, but not everyone is taking action.

March 01 , 2022

Citrus and apple oversupply in U.S., EU could result from Russia-Ukraine conflict - SHAFFE

In a statement this week, the group said it expects "increasingly difficult conditions to maintain supply to both markets."

February 28 , 2022