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Avocados From Mexico: The power of brand recognition in consumer markets

Alvaro Luque, CEO of Avocados from Mexico gives an exclusive presentation on the company's successful story in the United States.
August 16 , 2024

Key factors driving the 17% increase in sales of grapes at US retailers

An in-depth analysis of consumer trends in U.S. supermarkets provides insight into the market and consumer behavior, especially for a product like grapes.
August 13 , 2024

Strong consumption maintains a dynamic table grape season in California

The latest report from the USDA shared by the California Table Grape Commission shows that YTD shipments have been higher than the last three-year average, reaching 12,714,617 boxes up to the week of August 2. 
August 08 , 2024

Hurricane Debby threatens US East Coast with major flooding

Forecasters are warning of life-threatening storm surges in Florida and major flooding across southeastern states.
August 05 , 2024

Colombian citrus and its challenges

The Colombian Horticultural Association, Asohofrucol, reported that in 2023 most of Colombia's citrus production was oranges, 755,155 tons, followed by lemons with 541,236 tons, 316,338 tons of Tahiti limes, and 318,521 tons of mandarins. 
August 05 , 2024

Blueberries can now be exported to Chile from all U.S. states

The U.S. market is key to the Chilean blueberry sector, and, until now, only fresh blueberries from Oregon, Washington, and California were approved for entry into Chile.
August 02 , 2024

United States fresh papaya imports reach a record high

Despite limited U.S. tropical fruits domestic production, their popularity has increased exponentially in recent decades. 
July 31 , 2024

Peruvian frozen avocado: A developing market

How does the Peruvian frozen avocado business fit into this future strategy? Can frozen avocado exports help the traditional category retain its success and keep growing? ProHass President, Arturo Medina addresses these questions in an exclusive interview for FreshFruitPortal.com.
July 25 , 2024

California fig season starts earlier than usual

The industry expects nearly 10 million pounds of figs harvested this year, but won't know the final numbers until November. 
July 24 , 2024

Chile regains position as the main exporter of table grapes from the southern hemisphere

The Chilean table grape industry exported 64 million boxes, equivalent to 528,795 tons during the 2023-24 fiscal year.
July 22 , 2024