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How European Union laws affect fresh produce trade

Many of the new European laws stem from the Green Deal and also affect non-European suppliers.
September 20 , 2024

Mesh bags found to protect trees against citrus greening

According to the University of Florida, individual protective covers are the best way to protect young trees from a decline in fruit quality and greening disease.
September 20 , 2024

National Mango Board and its role in the United States market

The Executive Director of the National Mango Board, Dr. Ramón Ojeda, was a panelist in several webinars during the International Week of the Ecuadorian Mango, organized by the Mango Foundation of Ecuador. One of them, 'The National Mango Board and its Impact on the United States Market,' provided a general overview of the National Mango […]
September 20 , 2024

Apple brand KANZI® celebrates 20-year anniversary

Since its first commercial harvest in 2004, KANZI® has developed into a synonym for quality and great taste, loved by millions of consumers worldwide thanks to the unique, refreshing sweet, and sour taste.
September 19 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: I know a guy

Guest article by Diego Castagnasso, a fresh produce and blueberry industry expert.
September 19 , 2024
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Ecuadorian Mango foundation marketing strategies, "we want mangoes to reach consumers in diverse ways" The International Week of the Ecuadorian Mango is organized by the Mango Foundation of Ecuador, a nonprofit that focuses on promoting the country's fruit and supporting mango growers and exporters. During the week, a myriad of scientists, industry experts, and other pillars of the agricultural realm speak about growing, nurturing, exporting, and commercializing the fruit […]

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Pear Bureau Northwest estimates a decrease in fresh pear output this season With harvest underway throughout the four growing regions, Pear Bureau Northwest (PBNW) announces the first estimate of the 2024-25 fresh pear crop for Washington and Oregon.

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Nut consumption might lead to lower obesity prevalence among Gen Z In a study from Indiana University Bloomington School of Public Health, funded by the California Walnut Commission, researchers show that adolescents and young adults who consumed walnuts with other nuts (WON) had the lowest prevalence of obesity. Researchers analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), including 8874 adolescents aged 12 to […]

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Minister of Malaysia Agriculture and Food Security visits Joy Wing Mau Group, witnessing Malaysia Fresh Durian Launch in China The launch ceremony of Joyvio Malaysia Fresh Durian in China was held during the visit, which marked the official entry of Malaysian fresh durian into the Chinese market.

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Port International expands Exclusive Partner Program in Peru Port International is strengthening its collaboration with Peruvian producers who specialize in high-quality organic and Fairtrade bananas for the European market.

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Challenges to digitalize Mexico's mango industry Digitalization allows more efficient use of resources, promoting a more sustainable mango from an economic, social, and environmental point of view.

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Joy Wing Mau attends Asia Fruit Logistica and is awarded Importer of the Year With a novel and unique aerospace-themed booth, Joy Wing Mau meticulously displayed fruits under its own brands and global partner brands at AFL.

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Upcoming Indian apple market analysis and import trends The analysis by CR Fruits International states that the country's upcoming apple season will be shaped by competition between domestic and imported apple varieties. 

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Agronometrics in Charts: Blueberry industry: What do we do now? Guest article by Diego Castagnasso, a fresh produce and blueberry industry expert.

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Peru finalizes agreement to export citrus to New Zealand Peruvian phytosanitary authorities are also working with their New Zealand counterparts to complete the Pest Risk Analysis for blueberries and have a draft sanitary standard for their export before the end of the year.

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Opinion View All

  • 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

  • CPMA welcomes Canadian government's support of national school food program

    The program will aim to deliver meals to an additional 400,000 children per year.  The program will aim to deliver meals to an additional 400,000 children per year. 
    April 02 , 2024

  • Fridays on the Farm: a labor of love for Rhode Island berry, stone fruit farm

    The Eckharts grow strawberries, cherries, cane berries, peaches and more on their 100-acre farm. FSA Rhode Island features their story.  The Eckharts grow strawberries, cherries, cane berries, peaches and more on their 100-acre farm. FSA Rhode Island features their story. 
    March 29 , 2024
Agronometrics in Charts View All

Agronometrics in Charts: I know a guy

Guest article by Diego Castagnasso, a fresh produce and blueberry industry expert.
September 19 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Blueberry industry: What do we do now?

Guest article by Diego Castagnasso, a fresh produce and blueberry industry expert.
September 17 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Mexican lime prices set to rise amid ongoing quality and supply issues

Weather woes have complicated Mexican lime season this year.
September 12 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian blueberry exports rebound in week 35

A shift in the slope of the export curve is expected, with peak volumes projected for weeks 43 to 46.
September 10 , 2024
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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