California citrus holds its position in 2024 despite challenges 

Continued increases in costs of production and inflationary pressures since the pandemic have “drastically increased the cost to grow, pack, and ship citrus all around the world,” says Casey Creamer, CEO of California Citrus Mutual. 

March 07 , 2024

Oregon cherry farmers get relief after one of worst growing seasons on record

Oregon cherry growers suffered severe financial setbacks in 2023. Now growers in nine counties can apply for relief.

March 06 , 2024

Peru: Grapes dominate ag exports as industry struggles with weather

The main exported fruit in 2023 were grapes, with a FOB value of $1,825 million, an increase of 30% year-on-year.

March 05 , 2024

Muscadine research promises a new category, between table grapes and berries

The fruit has strong disease resistance, an appealing characteristic for growers. But consumption of the fruit has remained mostly concentrated in the region. Muscadine research could change that.

March 04 , 2024

Late Chilean cherry arrivals to U.S. extend season until March

Usually, Chilean cherry exports to the growing U.S. market end in mid-February. This year the late deal will see shipments arriving at U.S. ports until the week of March 15.  

March 01 , 2024

Rain brings positive California avocado forecast

The GEM variety shows great promise to supplement the market, California Avocado Commission Marketing VP Terry Splane said. The smaller, thicker-skin fruit is less susceptible to wind damage and is also high-yielding.

February 29 , 2024

U.S. puts Mexico’s avocado hub on notice over illegal operations

In a joint press conference with Michoacán Governor Alfredo Ramírez, U.S. Ambassador Ken Salazar said measures are underway to address hundreds of illegal avocado farms identified in the state.

February 28 , 2024

Indian grapes see volume increase, but face transit challenges

Despite starting its season two weeks earlier than normal, Indian grape production volumes is expected to increase by 20% during the 2023-24 season.

February 27 , 2024

Peru expects to recover blueberry volumes in 2024

In 2023, the north of Peru, between La Libertad and Lambayeque, where most of the planted areas are located, was the area most affected by the El Niño phenomenon, with serious consequences on plant productivity.

February 26 , 2024

Colombian limes find opportunity as Mexico winds down

Mexico represents 95% of all limes arriving in the U.S. The other 5% is mainly covered by Colombia and to a smaller extent, Peru. 

February 23 , 2024