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IFPA gains support on hill for procurement bill

The legislation will give USDA tools to diversify the produce supply chain that provides fresh fruits and vegetables to food banks and other nonprofits that serve the nutrition insecure.

September 25 , 2023

Longtime produce industry veteran Robert “Bob” Bassetti passes away

Bassetti, 83, was a well-known produce industry veteran and longtime owner of B&B Produce in Hammonton, NJ.

September 25 , 2023

Asia Fruit Logistica’s return to Hong Kong a “success”

More than 13,000 trade visitors from over 70 different countries met with over 700 exhibitors from some 43 countries or regions.

September 25 , 2023

Walmart unveils subscription service

The program will enable customers to receive regular scheduled shipments of food, paper products, pet supplies and other items.

September 25 , 2023

Global Coalition of Fresh Produce first economic sustainability webinar

Over 200 commercial operators, industry representatives, national and international officials, and academics registered for the webinar from countries including Canada, Ecuador, Italy, Uganda, and New Zealand.

September 22 , 2023

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dVida: Fresh products from Ecuador growing in the U.S. market Founded by Ecuadorian agribusiness families, dVida, based in the heart of Houston, TX, has more than 30 years of experience in the agricultural industry.

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European Kissabel apple production up 40% European production of Kissabel apples will rise by 40%, with a crop of 3,500 tons, for this fruit with a colored flesh ranging from pink to intense red shades.

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Lower Peruvian asparagus volumes for the U.S. The USDA statistics report that of total imported quantities for 2022, the U.S. imported a decreased volume of 13% year over year.

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South African avocados entering Chinese market Derek Donkin, CEO of Subtrop tells FreshFruitPortal.com that the country is hoping for the first shipments to go to China later this year.

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Agronometrics: Mexico among top 3 producers of avocado, blackberry, raspberry and asparagus This year Mexico is the world's leading producer of avocado and blackberry, it stands second in the production of green chile, lemon and raspberry and holds the third spot in the production of asparagus, guava and mango.

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Pacific Trellis Fruit expands premium stone fruit lineup The company is gearing up for the new high-flavor arrivals from Chile with donut peaches available in mid-December and nectarines beginning in January.

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Starr Ranch Growers and CMI Orchards partner This strategic move marks a momentous milestone in the fresh produce world, forging a powerhouse of innovation, quality, and building on CMI’s commitment to leading the industry with the largest selection of core, organic and specialty apples, pears and cherries under one roof.

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Port of Oakland generates nearly 100,000 local jobs As the second largest job generator in Oakland and the fifth largest job generator in the region, the Port remains a critical source of economic opportunity and jobs in Northern California.

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Historic 2023 for UF/IFAS research UF/IFAS is the second-largest contributor to UF’s record-breaking $1.25 billion in research spending for fiscal year 2023, a nearly 15% increase from 2022.

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Red River Valley spuds: “very nice crop” Red River Valley fresh potato growers expect “a very nice crop” this fall, according to Ted Kreis, administrator of the Red River Valley Fresh Potato Growers Cooperative, based in E. Grand Forks, MN.

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Vanguard International shares the future of black grapes

Dirk Winkelmann, President of Vanguard Direct, reflects on upcoming opportunities for black table grape varieties. Dirk Winkelmann, President of Vanguard Direct, reflects on upcoming opportunities for black table grape varieties.

June 02 , 2023
Indian produce market brings new sights and distinctive smells

Crowded and noisy Chennai is home to almost nine million people on the southeast coast of the subcontinent. Crowded and noisy Chennai is home to almost nine million people on the southeast coast of the subcontinent.

May 30 , 2023
What did we hear at Fruit Logistica last week?

John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, discusses the Fruit Logistica conference, which took place last week in Berlin. John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, discusses the Fruit Logistica conference, which took place last week in Berlin.

February 16 , 2023
What can we look forward to at Fruit Logistica next week?

John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, weighs in on the upcoming Fruit Logistica conference, which will be held in Berlin. John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, weighs in on the upcoming Fruit Logistica conference, which will be held in Berlin.

February 01 , 2023
Agro-Informatics trends transforming the industry in 2023

Agmatix CEO Ron Baruchi discusses 2023's upcoming tech trends for the produce industry. Agmatix CEO Ron Baruchi discusses 2023's upcoming tech trends for the produce industry.

January 09 , 2023
From the CEO’s desk: Branding fresh fruit

Vanguard's CEO Craig Stauffer reflects on the retail experience and branding for fresh fruit. Vanguard's CEO Craig Stauffer reflects on the retail experience and branding for fresh fruit.

December 22 , 2022
U.S. will soon have access to methyl bromide-free Chilean grapes

Chile Agricultural Attaché in the USA, Andrés Rodríguez weighs in the long-awaited Systems Approach approval for table grape exports to the United States, following the publication of its proposed rule in the Federal Register. Chile Agricultural Attaché in the USA, Andrés Rodríguez weighs in the long-awaited Systems Approach approval for table grape exports to the United States, following the publication of its proposed rule in the Federal Register.

November 18 , 2022
How does the UK stand at the end of 2022?

John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, analyzes the main challenges faced by the UK produce industry during 2022. John Giles, Divisional Director at Promar International, analyzes the main challenges faced by the UK produce industry during 2022.

November 14 , 2022
Raspberry development in processing and fresh sectors

The global raspberry sector continues to grow, as it does with the other main berry types. Raspberries for fresh consumption have the biggest name in the marketplace, but processed berries are a major part of the berry industry. The global raspberry sector continues to grow, as it does with the other main berry types. Raspberries for fresh consumption have the biggest name in the marketplace, but processed berries are a major part of the berry industry.

April 14 , 2022
Opinion: The Rising Cost Produce Paradox

Vanguard International CEO Craig Stauffer shares his thoughts on what the pricing surge means for the produce industry. Vanguard International CEO Craig Stauffer shares his thoughts on what the pricing surge means for the produce industry.

March 18 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts View All

Agronometrics: Mexico among top 3 producers of avocado, blackberry, raspberry and asparagus

This year Mexico is the world's leading producer of avocado and blackberry, it stands second in the production of green chile, lemon and raspberry and holds the third spot in the production of asparagus, guava and mango.

September 21 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: Hurricane Hilary disrupts California’s grape season

The California Table Grape Commission has unveiled the impact of Hurricane Hilary on the state's grape crop, estimating an initial loss of 25 million boxes, each weighing 8.6 kilograms.

September 19 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: USApple offers a promising outlook for the 2023-24 season

Forecasts indicate an expected production of 250 million bushels of apples, representing a measured uptick of 1.5% when compared to the production figures of the previous season.

September 14 , 2023

Agronometrics Shorts: California dominating U.S. peach production

In 2022, California harvested a whopping 475,000 tons of peaches, leaving South Carolina a distant second at 67,400 tons, and Georgia trailing in third place with 24,800 tons.

September 12 , 2023

Ag-Innovation View All

Washington Apple celebrates first new crop shipments to India

Hurricane Idalia: Florida agricultural losses top $78M

AeroFarms emerges from bankruptcy

Cabello building jackfruit demand

Politics and storms don't mix

IFPA gains support on hill for procurement bill

Longtime produce industry veteran Robert “Bob” Bassetti passes away

Asia Fruit Logistica’s return to Hong Kong a “success”

Walmart unveils subscription service

Global Coalition of Fresh Produce first economic sustainability webinar

dVida: Fresh products from Ecuador growing in the U.S. market Founded by Ecuadorian agribusiness families, dVida, based in the heart of Houston, TX, has more than 30 years of experience in the agricultural industry.

European Kissabel apple production up 40% European production of Kissabel apples will rise by 40%, with a crop of 3,500 tons, for this fruit with a colored flesh ranging from pink to intense red shades.

Lower Peruvian asparagus volumes for the U.S. The USDA statistics report that of total imported quantities for 2022, the U.S. imported a decreased volume of 13% year over year.

South African avocados entering Chinese market Derek Donkin, CEO of Subtrop tells FreshFruitPortal.com that the country is hoping for the first shipments to go to China later this year.

Pacific Trellis Fruit expands premium stone fruit lineup The company is gearing up for the new high-flavor arrivals from Chile with donut peaches available in mid-December and nectarines beginning in January.

Port of Oakland generates nearly 100,000 local jobs As the second largest job generator in Oakland and the fifth largest job generator in the region, the Port remains a critical source of economic opportunity and jobs in Northern California.

Historic 2023 for UF/IFAS research UF/IFAS is the second-largest contributor to UF’s record-breaking $1.25 billion in research spending for fiscal year 2023, a nearly 15% increase from 2022.

Red River Valley spuds: “very nice crop” Red River Valley fresh potato growers expect “a very nice crop” this fall, according to Ted Kreis, administrator of the Red River Valley Fresh Potato Growers Cooperative, based in E. Grand Forks, MN.

Vanguard International shares the future of black grapes

Indian produce market brings new sights and distinctive smells

What did we hear at Fruit Logistica last week?

What can we look forward to at Fruit Logistica next week?

Agro-Informatics trends transforming the industry in 2023

From the CEO’s desk: Branding fresh fruit

U.S. will soon have access to methyl bromide-free Chilean grapes

How does the UK stand at the end of 2022?

Raspberry development in processing and fresh sectors

Opinion: The Rising Cost Produce Paradox

Agronometrics: Mexico among top 3 producers of avocado, blackberry, raspberry and asparagus

Agronometrics in Charts: Hurricane Hilary disrupts California’s grape season

Agronometrics in Charts: USApple offers a promising outlook for the 2023-24 season

Agronometrics Shorts: California dominating U.S. peach production

Recyclable food tray solution brings sustainability to retail

New highlights from GreenTech Amsterdam: Tomato virus, digital phenotyping and peat alternatives

Cities should aim to grow 30% of produce locally - report

Oppy announces its first tech investment

dVida: Fresh products from Ecuador growing in the U.S. market Founded by Ecuadorian agribusiness families, dVida, based in the heart of Houston, TX, has more than 30 years of experience in the agricultural industry.

European Kissabel apple production up 40% European production of Kissabel apples will rise by 40%, with a crop of 3,500 tons, for this fruit with a colored flesh ranging from pink to intense red shades.

Lower Peruvian asparagus volumes for the U.S. The USDA statistics report that of total imported quantities for 2022, the U.S. imported a decreased volume of 13% year over year.

South African avocados entering Chinese market Derek Donkin, CEO of Subtrop tells FreshFruitPortal.com that the country is hoping for the first shipments to go to China later this year.

Pacific Trellis Fruit expands premium stone fruit lineup The company is gearing up for the new high-flavor arrivals from Chile with donut peaches available in mid-December and nectarines beginning in January.

Port of Oakland generates nearly 100,000 local jobs As the second largest job generator in Oakland and the fifth largest job generator in the region, the Port remains a critical source of economic opportunity and jobs in Northern California.

Historic 2023 for UF/IFAS research UF/IFAS is the second-largest contributor to UF’s record-breaking $1.25 billion in research spending for fiscal year 2023, a nearly 15% increase from 2022.

Red River Valley spuds: “very nice crop” Red River Valley fresh potato growers expect “a very nice crop” this fall, according to Ted Kreis, administrator of the Red River Valley Fresh Potato Growers Cooperative, based in E. Grand Forks, MN.

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