Mexico remains avocado king, amid Latin American focus on growth

Latin American avocado producers, from Mexico to Chile, face a variety of challenges to maintain their competitive edge.

April 01 , 2024

US mango supply remains low, amid decline from Mexico and Central America

Mango exports from Mexico, Guatemala and Nicaragua to the United States are expected to decrease in comparison to the previous 2023 season.

March 29 , 2024

Strong US fruit outlook forebodes lower grower prices for apples, more

As United States fruit growers enter their spring and summer seasons, the USDA ERS is forecasting lower overall prices for domestic growers.

March 28 , 2024

Dole terminates Fresh Express deal under antitrust pressure

In a release Thursday morning, the company said the decision resulted from the U.S. Department of Justice’s decision to pursue litigation to prevent the transaction. 

March 28 , 2024

Baltimore rescue continues, as distributors navigate new East Coast routes

President Biden said the government will work to rebuild the bridge as quickly as possible and expects the federal government to fund the construction. 

March 27 , 2024

Colorado will be first to hear arguments against Kroger-Albertsons merger

Colorado is one of eight states, along with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that has sued to stop the merger from occurring.

March 27 , 2024

Consumption increases in a tight US watermelon market

Pricing and supply in the market in upcoming weeks will depend on how the U.S. season starts in April. 

March 26 , 2024

Peru's pomegranate industry struggles as production drops 40%

The business has turned to small farmers, with 1 or 3 hectares who have lower production costs and find it to be a profitable product.

March 25 , 2024

Border policy, agriculture trade focus of US-Mexico summit

The conference facilitates conversation between industry leaders and government officials about the latest policy updates and events affecting agriculture and commerce. 

March 22 , 2024

East Coast citrus market survives on imports

East Coast buyers are looking to Morocco, Egypt, and South Africa because costs are much lower. 

March 21 , 2024