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USDA allocates $280M to support Rio Grande Valley ag producers amid water shortages

The USDA says Rio Grande Valley farmers and producers are suffering from Mexico’s ongoing failure to meet its water delivery obligations under the 1944 Water Treaty.
March 21 , 2025

Blueberries may promote healthier aging

A recent study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that eating blueberries and other flavonoid-rich foods may support healthy aging, including a lowered risk for poor mental health.  
March 21 , 2025

Hapag-Lloyd posts 2024 results and projections

The company’s profit fell to $2.6 billion, primarily due to decreased interest income and increased tax expenses.
March 21 , 2025

India's District Agriculture Office announced plans to expand banana cultivation

In an effort to increase banana exports, agriculture officials says they will be using artificial intelligence and other technologies to boost per-hectare yield from 42 tonnes to 65 tonnes and forming clusters.
March 21 , 2025

HLB-resistant Australian lime variety could help Florida citrus industry

Grown successfully in Australia and California, Dr. Manjul Dutt, an Assistant Professor at the Horticultural Sciences Department at CREC, is spearheading research to adapt finger limes for Florida’s citrus industry.
March 21 , 2025
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SEPC announces nominations for the Unseen Hero Award Press release The Southeast Produce Council is proud to introduce The Unseen Hero Award, a special recognition honoring the individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep the produce industry moving forward. These unsung heroes make a lasting impact without seeking the spotlight, whether in growing, shipping, packing, retail, or food service. We are […]

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Walmart launches GenAI-Powered Assistant for merchants Wally, a GenAI-powered tool designed to be a productivity multiplier for our merchants. Built on Walmart’s proprietary data, Wally automates a variety of time-consuming processes.

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CEO of Albert Heijn will leave the company Lead food retail group Ahold Delhaize announced that CEO of Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall & Gall, Marit van Egmond, has decided to leave after 28 years in the company. Her last day is April 30th and the next successor will be announced soon. 

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Zespri approves commercial production of RubyRed kiwifruit in Italy The commercialization of RubyRed Kiwifruit in Italy is covered by Zespri’s existing approval to plant up to 1,000 ha of new variety offshore as approved by growers via producer vote in 2019.

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Agronometrics in Charts: “TRIP” to EbluLUTION in Peru Fresh produce and blueberry industry expert Diego Castagnasso details his journey visiting a blueberry production site in Pisco, Peru.

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Tanzania researchers intensify their focus on developing BBTV resistant banana The effort is part of the organization's “Combating banana bunchy top virus in East Africa" project, created to develop a harmonized regional strategy for combating BBTV.

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Goldenberry Farms launches 2025 sugar mango miniature mango season The brand has grown in popularity with more than 20 large retailers in the US, Canada, and Europe.

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Bako Sweet drives easter sales with themed merchandising displays Bako Sweet, known for its premium sweet potatoes and eye-catching, themed merchandising, is once again helping retailers elevate their produce displays to increase sales this Easter. The brand is poised to help make this year a record-breaker, offering convenience, trending flavor, and variety to shoppers nationwide. "Retailers should be looking to create vibrant, impactful displays, […]

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Latin American banana exporters not happy with low prices in German supermarket The banana industry appealed against the low sales prices of a German supermarket and the effects of this practice.

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U.S. Court reinstates Staccato cherry plant patent As a result, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is now positioned to advance its claim that the propagation, distribution, and sale of “Glory” trees or cherries infringes on the Staccato patent.

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  • 2024 Southern citrus season falls short

    Top Info President, Betina Ernst analyzes the causes behind 2024's drop in citrus exports from the Southern Hemisphere. Top Info President, Betina Ernst analyzes the causes behind 2024's drop in citrus exports from the Southern Hemisphere.
    January 16 , 2025

  • Logistics optimization for perishable goods: Ensuring freshness from farm to table

    Sheer Logistics Vice President of Marketing Nick Fryer discusses strategies and technologies to keep goods fresh from the moment they’re packed into crates to when they land on your plate. Sheer Logistics Vice President of Marketing Nick Fryer discusses strategies and technologies to keep goods fresh from the moment they’re packed into crates to when they land on your plate.
    October 09 , 2024

  • The uncertainty of the Southern Hemisphere’s blueberry season

    Top Info President Betina Ernst examines some major changes, challenges, and projections in the southern blueberry industry. Top Info President Betina Ernst examines some major changes, challenges, and projections in the southern blueberry industry.
    August 30 , 2024

  • CherryTech 2024: Chile's largest technical cherry industry event

    In just a few years, the Chilean cherry industry has grown significantly, positioning itself at an advantage in both technical and productive management worldwide. In just a few years, the Chilean cherry industry has grown significantly, positioning itself at an advantage in both technical and productive management worldwide.
    June 19 , 2024

  • A different season for the Southern blueberry industry

    Agronomist Betina Ernst addresses the weather phenomena that altered production cycles and created different market conditions for the crop in 2023-24. Agronomist Betina Ernst addresses the weather phenomena that altered production cycles and created different market conditions for the crop in 2023-24.
    May 15 , 2024

  • 100 million years of avocado history: A legacy of nature and human perseverance

    Mexico’s Avocado Producers, Packers and Exporters Association recaps the long story of one of the world's most popular fruit. Mexico’s Avocado Producers, Packers and Exporters Association recaps the long story of one of the world's most popular fruit.
    April 24 , 2024

  • Opinion: North American Blueberry Council’s response to Consumer Reports

    North American Blueberry Council President Kasey Cronquist addresses negative reports around the crop. North American Blueberry Council President Kasey Cronquist addresses negative reports around the crop.
    April 19 , 2024

  • IFPA A-NZ calls for national approach to fruit sticker ban

    The IFPA A-NZ outlines key challenges for the produce sector ahead of the Sept. 1, 2025 PLU ban, specifically implementation. The IFPA A-NZ outlines key challenges for the produce sector ahead of the Sept. 1, 2025 PLU ban, specifically implementation.
    April 11 , 2024

  • IFPA welcomes USDA’s updates to WIC nutrition program

    The IFPA welcomes updates to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, helping to ensure fruit and vegetable access. The IFPA welcomes updates to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, helping to ensure fruit and vegetable access.
    April 09 , 2024

  • Column: Bananas have been too cheap for decades

    Industry leaders at the World Banana Forum discussed the pricing of bananas during the last few decades, saying current prices are not sustainable for the supply chain. Industry leaders at the World Banana Forum discussed the pricing of bananas during the last few decades, saying current prices are not sustainable for the supply chain.
    April 03 , 2024
Agronometrics in Charts View All

Agronometrics in Charts: “TRIP” to EbluLUTION in Peru

Fresh produce and blueberry industry expert Diego Castagnasso details his journey visiting a blueberry production site in Pisco, Peru.
March 20 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Peru’s blueberry exports poised to surpass 350,000 tons this year

According to the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation, the country’s blueberry campaign will continue until April 2025, and export volumes are expected to be even higher.
March 18 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Why trade tariffs could shake the U.S. avocado market

Mexican avocados have been exempt from tariffs since 1994, but a recently proposed 25% tariff on Mexican agricultural products has caused concern in the sector.
March 13 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Strong outlook for Mexican mango season despite slow start

Early Ataulfo mangos from Oaxaca have been predominantly larger in size, but as Chiapas and Michoacan ramp up, more smaller-sized fruit will be available.
March 11 , 2025
Ag-Innovation View All

AI can now aid in crop disease detection

From ChatGPT to weather forecasting, the applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) continue to expand. London-based crop intelligence firm HSAT recently announced a “ground-breaking technology” capable of improving disease detection and crop prediction through the power of AI. Known as “Inference”, HSAT’s development combines several established AI technologies into a single platform, including computer vision, machine […]
July 10 , 2024

Efficiency and profitability in cherry packhouses with Tomra Lucai Deep Learning Technology

LUCAi™’s user-friendly interface software makes it very easy for the customer’s operators to get the best sorting and grading performance from their processing line.
May 07 , 2024

Apeel Sciences saves millions of fruits from going to waste

According to the UNEP Food Waste Index Report 2024, food waste accounts for 8–10% of global greenhouse gas emissions, highlighting the urgent need for solutions like Apeel’s.
April 09 , 2024

USDA announces $1.5B for climate-smart agriculture and conservation

USDA funding from the Inflation Reduction Act will help farmers save money, create revenue streams, and tackle the climate crisis.
April 03 , 2024
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