Fewer nuts, higher value: California pistachios projected to exceed $3 billion valuation

According to Rabobank, the industry is entering a mature phase, with the expansion of bearing acreage leveling off.

February 23 , 2026

US Supreme Court strikes down IEEPA tariffs, President Trump responds with 15% global levy

In a 6-to-3 decision, the Highest Court of the land deemed levies imposed by the White House to several countries around the world unlawful.

February 20 , 2026

Chile trims US grape exports as supply outpaces demand

Despite market pressure from other origins, high-quality output should fetch attractive prices in Europe starting in April.

February 20 , 2026

Adaptation and quality: Lessons for the Chilean cherry industry after a challenging 2025/26 season

Exporters agree that the business has entered a more demanding stage, where commercial precision and the ability to evolve will be decisive.

February 19 , 2026

Trump charts US shipbuilding revival amid China trade clash

A new Maritime Action Plan aims to buoy domestic yards as port feed ripple through supply chains.

February 18 , 2026

Bayer AG announces $7.25B class settlement agreement to resolve Roundup claims

Pending court approval, the company would make declining, capped annual payments for up to 21 years. 

February 17 , 2026

Report calls for action on agricultural land equity in California

The report, which drew sharp attention from the US Department of Agriculture, outlines a series of recommendations to address longstanding disparities in California farmland access and ownership.

February 17 , 2026

Tango mandarin patent expires, granting US growers royalty-free access

This citrus king has set a high bar, contributing an estimated $272 million to California's total production value.

February 16 , 2026

Surging demand and higher prices fuel organic strawberry expansion in California

The California Strawberry Commission reports that both volume and value of organic strawberries saw double-digit increases from 2024 to 2025.

February 13 , 2026

Imported produce takes a bigger bite of US market

The fresh category is undergoing a structural change as domestic production struggles to keep pace with demand.

February 12 , 2026