Agronometrics in Charts: High volumes of Peruvian blueberries push prices down in U.S. market

Peru has exponentially increased its blueberry shipments, closely followed by Mexico, while Chile remained stable and Argentina saw a downward trend.

November 30 , 2021

Pacific Trellis Fruit announces first Dulcinea branded cherries arrive in U.S. market

Supply of Dulcinea cherries will be available from December to March and will be sold in a high graphic pouch bag and an 8x2 pound clamshell.

November 29 , 2021

Peru reports another record year for blueberry exports

In 2016, only around 13 varieties of blueberry were harvested in Peru, while today, an estimated 60 different varieties are grown.

November 26 , 2021

Study shows consumers won’t pay premium prices for sustainable products

November 25 , 2021

U.S. greenlights Colombian mango imports

Mangos are harvested twice a year in Colombia with one period of high and another period of low supply. Peak season happens between January and March, which would coincide with Peru's season and the start of Mexico's.

November 24 , 2021

Texas grapefruit volumes less than third of average after February freeze

The winter outbreak that had swept into the subtropical southeastern portion of the state on Valentine's Day ushered in icy conditions and extreme cold temperatures that damaged two different crops of grapefruit across the region.

November 23 , 2021

Port congestion eases in Asia, but U.S. situation expected to worsen - report

The handoff between land and sea remains an issue for America’s largest container hub, as logistics operators on the ground are not picking up their containers quickly enough, and a steady stream of ships arrives to drop off more.

November 22 , 2021

USDA invests $11M in five projects to combat citrus greening

The projects include three in Florida, one in California and one in Texas, and involve possible solutions ranging from blocking transmission from inside the insect vector to utilizing novel anti-microbial peptides to treat infected trees.

November 19 , 2021

Chilean Avocado Committee shares 2021 season update

The Chilean avocado industry continues to face challenges but this season is looking to hit improved production levels compared to last year, according to an industry representative.

November 18 , 2021

Citrus prices anticipated to rise, water concerns continue - California Citrus Mutual

The California citrus season is off to a strong start overall in terms of quality, size and color with lighter volumes that are more in line with normal production.

November 17 , 2021