China begins to reopen world's third-largest port amid worsening of global supply chain issues

A shipping executive recently said: “Port congestion and a shortage of container shipping capacity may last into the fourth quarter or even mid-2022. If the pandemic cannot be effectively contained, port congestion may become a new normal.”

August 26 , 2021

Peruvian blueberry exports forecast to grow by 30% this season

The share of organic blueberries is also expected to increase significantly this season, while a higher proportion of fruit is set to be sent to the Chinese market.

August 25 , 2021

Analysis: Where in the world is my container?

Using examples from the global perishables industry such as California grapes, Vanguard International breaks down the many challenges facing the supply chain around the world.

August 24 , 2021

Chilean table grape industry pushes for systems approach for exports to U.S. this season

Industry members are working together for system approach protocols to be allowed for shipments of the fruit into the U.S. this season.

August 24 , 2021

U.S. apple crop expected to rise in 2021-22

At the varietal level, Gala is expected to retain the top spot with almost 49.3 million bushels produced, accounting for around 19 percent of the U.S. apple market.

August 23 , 2021

Mexico: Agri-food trade balance hit third-highest level in H1

The figure comes from $22.6 billion of agricultural and agroindustrial exports from January to June and $17.7 billion of imports, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of Mexico.

August 20 , 2021

Number of container ships anchored off Southern California close to 2021 record

Thirty-seven container ships were waiting near the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach in recent days, according to the Maritime Exchange of California, the highest number since February, when 40 were anchored.

August 19 , 2021

EPA to ban use of chlorpyrifos after years of legal wrangling

The new rule will take effect in six months and follows an order in April that directed the EPA to halt the agricultural use of the chemical unless it could demonstrate its safety.

August 18 , 2021

Chile: Relief as growers prepare for unexpected rains amid severe drought

The industry doesn't see this rain as a threat to grape production nor a solution to the extreme drought the country is facing, but is hopeful that it will add snow in the mountains.