Argentina accelerates efforts to access US sweet citrus market

The CEO of Argentina’s Citrus Federation (Federcitrus) says there is a clear opportunity to supply the US sweet citrus market, which is growing and has insufficient local production.

March 18 , 2026

Florida scientists engineer orange tomatoes packed with vitamin A

The genetic modification yielded tomatoes with more than triple the amount found in standard tomatoes.

March 17 , 2026

From waste to worth: Grape pomace market to top $2.1B by 2033

Winemaking byproducts are now a high-value source of plant-based antioxidants and natural colorants, with researchers exploring further applications.

March 16 , 2026

CBP races to develop an automated system for historic IEEPA tariff refunds

More than $160 billion in unlawfully collected tariffs is at stake, and there is no direct precedent for handling such a large-scale reimbursement.

March 13 , 2026

The International Trade Commission issues a preliminary ruling on Mexican winter strawberry imports

The investigation follows a petition filed by growers across Florida in December, 2025 asking the agency to look into low priced imports coming in through the winter.

March 12 , 2026

Westfalia Fruit’s Whole Tree initiative aims for zero avocado waste, maximum profit

The broader sourcing strategy allows the company to work with a wider range of fruit sizes and quality levels, helping growers achieve stronger returns.

March 12 , 2026

With Del Monte Foods gone, California peach farmers consider orchard removal amid industry turmoil

The closure of Del Monte Foods' two California canning plants has resulted in a projected $550 million loss for the region’s leading peach producers.

March 11 , 2026

Veteran fruit producer Hronis files for Chapter 11

In a document submitted on March 6 in the Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of California, the company reports liabilities ranging between $50 million and $100 million.

March 10 , 2026

The internet is hating on America’s most iconic apple

Golden Globe-winning actor Sterling Brown has reignited the nation’s debate over the best apple by calling the Red Delicious “mealy” and “gross” on a viral episode of Subway Takes.