Q&A: Growing avocados in containers becoming more popular in Mexico

This plantation form consists of growing avocados in a small area, pushing for sustainability and making it more economical and environmentally friendly. 

November 24 , 2023

Chilean grape industry reacts to California’s opposal to Systems Approach

The California industry is encouraging USDA Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack to permanently abandon approval, deeming it a "risky proposal".

November 23 , 2023

Big opportunities for walnuts in India

One of the main reasons for the increase in consumption in the last few years is the trend towards healthier foods in India.

November 22 , 2023

Chilean grapes regaining steam given lower market supplies

With tighter supplies from California and Peru, the sector remains optimistic as it projects a 5.2% volume increase year-on-year.

November 21 , 2023

Largest floating solar plant in the southern cone inaugurated in Chile

The project was done for the fruit exporter, Verfrut, and is operated by Solarity providing clean energy to the Quilamuta estate.

November 20 , 2023

Ecuadorian mango exports “supremely low” this year

The sector continues to struggle with the devastating effects of El Niño which, Mango Ecuador Foundation President Bernardo Malo says, isn’t yet in full swing.

November 17 , 2023

Chilean blueberry opens season with U.S. exports uptick

The sector has continued to work on varietal change, looking to more cost efficient cultivars.

November 16 , 2023

Mexican berries project 12% growth in 2024-25

Mexico’s National Berry Exporters Association (Aneberries) is having a busy year, with the entity working on new market openings in Asia, and expanding its scope through promotion.

November 15 , 2023

Peruvian table grape exports down 9%

Provid’s General Manager Alejandro Cabrera tells FreshFruitPortal.com that the decrease is mostly due to weather phenomena.

November 14 , 2023

Chilean cherries hit by unexpected November rains

A phenomenon likely attributed to El Niño, rains are not only highly uncommon during the spring and summer months in Chile, but these  may  become the most intense November rains in over a decade.

November 13 , 2023