Fresh California figs stretch the season into fall

Strong supplies are giving the produce aisle a fig-ment of summer as weather cools, and providing retailers key late-season merchandising opportunities through October.

September 22 , 2026

Breakfast and sliced applications drive avocado menu expansion amid shifting trends, HAB says

Rising Gen Z affinity for globally inspired fusion formats like birria ramen and sushi burritos is reshaping how operators feature the fruit.

September 21 , 2026

Blueberry compound may help curb fat buildup in muscle cells

Lab findings suggest a naturally occurring substance could help reduce muscle fat accumulation without side effects.

September 18 , 2026

Climate is reshaping the European fruit production map, Rabobank says

As southern regions face mounting heat stress and water scarcity, the continent is attracting fresh investment in modern orchards.

September 16 , 2026

Chilean hazelnut sector projects potential 30 percent production drop due to rain

Excess water in the soil increases the risk of root diseases, including Phytophthora, a common microorganism that uses water accumulation to move and infect plant roots.

September 15 , 2026

Are storytelling and digital search the new keys to driving produce sales? Marketing experts think so

With consumers turning to tools such as AI for food decisions, produce marketers are left to reexamine their mindset to secure repeat purchases.

September 14 , 2026

Health authorities officially end the biggest cyclosporiasis outbreak ever recorded in the US

The investigation into Taylor Farms de Mexico, the alleged source of the pathogen, is ongoing, with samples collected on site still being analyzed.

September 11 , 2026

New study reveals color coding can save stingless bee colonies

Researchers from Brazil and the UK are testing low-cost techniques to prevent "drifting," a behavior where the pollinators mistakenly enter foreign hives and spread disease.

September 11 , 2026

Peruvian blueberry exports revised down due to El Niño disruptions

Industry body Proarandanos says weather conditions have worsened and further declines in shipments toward the end of the season cannot be ruled out.

September 10 , 2026

Table grape trade grows as global supply map shifts

While US demand remains robust, suppliers face a complex retail landscape where precise timing and volume management are critical to avoiding price volatility.