First Florida orange estimate up 30% on last season

This comes as the Florida citrus sector begins closing the door on what has been a very difficult year, with multiple weather incidents stalling production.

October 16 , 2023

Q&A: Chilean Citrus Committee Manager on markets, growth and production woes

FreshFruitPortal.com recently spoke to Chilean Citrus Committee manager, Montserrat Valenzuela, who analyzed the behavior of exports, markets and upcoming marketing strategies.

October 13 , 2023

Colombia exporting 120,000 tons of Hass avocado in 2023

Colombia has exported 125,000 tons of Hass avocados so far in 2023 and is expected to ship another 20,000 by the end of the year, nearly 30% more than in 2022. 

October 12 , 2023

South Texas growers sounding water alarm

Mexico fails to uphold its agreement on river water rights, which has put South Texas growers in a perilous situation.

October 11 , 2023

Despite rising costs, shoppers will pay premium for produce

Conducted in July, this Deloitte report is based on a survey of 2,000 U.S. consumers, and 100 U.S.-based grocery retail executives and examines the current state of the fresh food industry.

October 10 , 2023

Peruvian grapes to reach 72 million boxes

FreshFruitPortal.com spoke with the general manager of Provid, Alejandro Cabrera, who says that, just like other crops, table grapes have been affected by weather conditions.

October 09 , 2023

Q&A: Uvanova Vice President on delayed Systems Approach

To learn about the implications for the sector and the actions that are being developed to reactivate the talks and finally achieve approval, FreshFruitPortal.com spoke to Uvanova Vice President, Dragomir Lujbetic.

October 06 , 2023

North Bay outlines upcoming shipping plans

North Bay’s Florida strawberry production will begin about Nov. 25 and end in April. North Bay also has strawberries growing in California to support the low season in Mexico and Florida. 

October 05 , 2023

Mexican mango: U.S. consumption and trade on the rise

Mexican mango continues its successful stride through the U.S. market, which accounts for 97% of overall shipments. The ongoing season is projected to have a 2% uptick in volume year-on-year.

October 04 , 2023

California table grapes struggle in Asia due to Hurricane Hilary

The loss of 25 million boxes was felt by international importers, especially by some Asian clients experiencing lower volume and difficulty guaranteeing the quality of the fruit arriving at port. However, there are exceptions.

October 03 , 2023