US stops Mexican avocado and mango inspections in Michoacán

A USDA spokesperson confirmed that exports from the western Mexican state are not blocked and that the suspension will not affect fruit already in transit.

June 18 , 2024

El Niño caused struggles for blueberry growers in Olmos, Peru

Pablo Ferreyros, director of Ingleby Farms Perú-Plantaciones del Sol says the main products in Peru (grapes, blueberries, and avocado), will experience an increase in production volumes in the coming years. 

June 18 , 2024

California avocado crop estimate increased to 250 million pounds

About 60% of the crop has been harvested, meaning there is about 40% still maturing and sizing on the trees.

June 17 , 2024

Northwest cherry growers anticipate a good season

The peak of the season will be the week before the Fourth of July, with the end of June marking the beginning of this peak period.

June 17 , 2024

Chiquita found liable in paramilitary financing case

The company is slated to pay $38.3 million in damages.

June 16 , 2024

The Top Seven

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

June 15 , 2024

Brazilian grapes to make China debut this year

The Brazilian industry is now awaiting the official announcement to begin exports.

June 14 , 2024

How water availability in Mexico is affecting the mango industry

In the last six decades, water availability in the country has decreased by 68%, according to data from the Mexican Institute for Competitiveness (IMCO). 

June 13 , 2024

Turkish blueberry growers tackle economic challenges to reach full potential

The country's industry projects a harvest of around 7,500 to 10,000 tonnes of blueberries this season.

June 12 , 2024

Florida leads watermelon season with ‘excellent’ quality fruit

Despite a slow start to the season, which has put the entirety of the season behind by 1% y-o-y, the state is now getting back in line with past years.

June 11 , 2024