Investments in avocado promotions show great benefit/cost ratios

The majority of the funds used to promote avocado consumption in the U.S. are generated through the Hass Avocado Board, with mandatory program assessments of 2.5 cents per pound on all avocados sold in the country.

June 05 , 2024

Avocado industry’s contribution to Mexican and US economies

A report shows avocados make up a high economic contribution to both Mexico and the United States GDP thanks to consumer demand.

June 04 , 2024

José Antonio Gómez resignes as CEO of Camposol

While the company searches for a permanent successor, Ricardo Naranjo, the current CFO of the company, will assume the role of interim CEO.

June 03 , 2024

Costa Rican agroexports in crisis

The Costa Rican banana industry has had to lay off a total of 500 people to date, a situation that could have serious consequences for agroexports.

June 03 , 2024

The Chiquita trials: Multidistrict case involving the banana giant continues on

The firm is accused of funding the right-wing Colombian paramilitary group United Self-Defense Forces of Colombia (AUC).

June 02 , 2024

The Top Seven

These are FreshFruitPortal.com's top seven stories of the week.

June 01 , 2024

South African blueberry season begins

Brent Walsh, CEO of BerriesZA, speaks about his expectations for this upcoming season and the industry's plans to reach new markets.

May 31 , 2024

Dominican Republic racing to grow in the global mango export scene

Rafael Leger, president of the Dominican Republic's Mango Cluster, PROMANGO, speaks about mango exports and the future of local varieties in international markets.

May 30 , 2024

Zespri appoints Jason Te Brake as CEO

Te Brake is currently Zespri’s Chief Operating Officer and will succeed outgoing CEO Daniel Mathieson who is leaving Zespri to join Driscoll’s, effective 1 July.

May 29 , 2024

US apple exports to Mexico grew exponentially YOY in Q1

In 2023, U.S. apple exports to all destinations grew 6% in value compared to 2022, reaching $926 million.