The world's southernmost cherries are produced using artificial light

In a small town along the Carretera Austral, there is no natural heat to produce cherries, which means producers must create a microclimate to grow the fruit, protecting it from the cold and heavy winds. 

July 10 , 2023

Hass avocado sales grew 20% during St. Patrick’s Day

The report details the retail dollar sales, volume, and average sale price for Hass avocados during the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day, and St. Patrick’s Day holiday weeks.

July 07 , 2023

Chile's main market for frozen blueberries is North America

Chile keeps leading global exports of frozen blueberries in 2023, both conventional and organic. 

July 06 , 2023

Ecuadorian banana industry could lose 128,000 acres due to El Niño

FreshFruitPortal.com spoke to Leonidas Estrada, president of AGROBAN, about the possible consequences of El Niño and how it could impact exports of one of Ecuador's star products.

July 05 , 2023

China welcomes Polish imports of fresh blueberries

Entrance to China, as one of the largest destination markets globally, could prove crucial as Poland continues to build steam for its blueberry business.

July 04 , 2023

South African citrus exports to the EU to drop by 20%

As of June, citrus exports into the EU will require enhanced cold treatment. This means the fruit will need to be pre-cooled to below 35.6°F for 20 days before being shipped.

July 03 , 2023

Cherry industry gathers in Chile

Leaders, technical advisors and cherry production specialists shared their analysis on the current state and future of the national cherry industry.

June 30 , 2023

Global pear production down 3% in 2022-23

Global yields are forecast to slip 740,000 tons to 23.7 million, as a recovering EU crop is more than offset by weather‐damaged supplies in China.

June 29 , 2023

Washington apples rebuilding Indian market

Washington Apple Commission President Todd Fryhover tells FreshFruitPortal.com that this “trade policy win” comes after a consistent five-year push for a resolution.

June 28 , 2023

Warmer weather bringing on Salinas veg

After a rocky start of the year, with rain and cold weather impacting crops, the region is expecting a much more productive July.

June 27 , 2023