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

The growing market for Peruvian frozen fruits

Despite smaller volumes due to adverse weather during 2023, the frozen sector continues to grow on a strong offer.

July 16 , 2024

HLB might not be the main cause of citrus fruit drop

FreshFruitPortal.com spoke to Gerald O'Connor, CEO of KeyPlex, about the organization's decision to turn its focus on new research. 

July 12 , 2024

Sonoran table grape estimate revised down

FreshFruitPortal.com spoke with Sergio Rene Lugo, director of Mexico Table Grapes, of the Association of Table Grape Producers of Sonora-Mexico, to clarify the campaign’s projections.

June 26 , 2024