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Chilean table grape forecast: Varietal renewal drives exports despite slight market decline

The Chilean Table Grape Committee is projecting a total volume of over 63,6 million 18-pound boxes, representing a slight 6.4 percent decrease compared to the previous year.
December 05 , 2025

Texas International Produce Association sues OSHA and the US Department of Labor

Plaintiffs say the 1970 act is an unconstitutional delegation of Congressional powers, giving the government agency a “blank check” to impose burdensome regulation on businesses. 
December 05 , 2025

$300 billion in 2025: The key drivers fueling global fresh food e-commerce growth

This expansion is supported by increasing online grocery penetration, rapid development of digital infrastructure, and strong consumer demand for fresh, high-quality products delivered conveniently.
December 05 , 2025

FreshDirect’s food 2026 trend forecast: From artisanal waters to restaurant-quality staples

The leading New York online food retailer’s annual report highlights Americans’ growing preference for local products, bold flavors, and ready-to-eat pro-chef options.
December 05 , 2025

The fight over glyphosate: 3 keys to understand why Bayer's stock shot up

The German pharmaceutical and ag tech giant received renewed market confidence after the US Government backed the company before the Supreme Court. The path here has been long, and the details are crucial to see the whole picture.
December 04 , 2025
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Schnucks expands “Farmer’s Market” concept, building on Local Produce Partnership St. Louis-based grocery retailer Schnucks, in partnership with logistics and marketing platform Foodshed.io, is expanding a farm-direct-to-store concept, increasing the number and types of farms its customers experience, all to enhance flavor and freshness.   This pilot program began in fall 2024 with one farm supplying multiple locations across the St. Louis metropolitan region. Following its […]

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SEPC now accepting applications for Next Generation Leadership Academy The Southeast Produce Council (SEPC) is excited to embark on the fourth year of the SEPC Next Generation Leadership Academy (NGLA).   “The success of our first three classes has exceeded every expectation," said SEPC Past Chairman Raina Nelson of Westfalia Fruit USA. "We’ve seen leaders deepen their self-awareness, strengthen their confidence, and cultivate lasting connections […]

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FPAA annual meeting highlights progress and introduces new board members The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) held its Annual Membership Meeting on the first Tuesday of November, bringing members together to reflect on a year marked by active advocacy, strong industry engagement, and continued growth. The meeting offered members the opportunity to review accomplishments, discuss strategic priorities, and elect new leadership for the […]

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APHIS expands HLB quarantine footprint in Southern California Citrus greening concerns prompted federal officials to tighten quarantine boundaries in two Southern California counties. The update affects fruit movement rules but leaves Orange County’s commercial orchards untouched.

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Broccolini is 2026’s hottest vegetable as popularity soars FullTilt Marketing says this past year the cruciferous vegetable became a popular choice among consumers, and demand will only intensify in 2026.

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Provisur at Fruit Logistica: Innovative systems for premium fruit products Leading industrial food processing equipment manufacturer Provisur will present a range of unique machines at Fruit Logistica, the global fresh fruit trade show taking place between February 4 and 6, 2026, in Berlin, Germany. The Provisur booth (hall 2.1, booth B-14) will highlight its modular production systems for fruit compote, mash, and juice, showcasing cutting-edge […]

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Agronometrics in Charts: Chile's cherry season expects smaller yield but better fruit Although the total volume is lower, shipments are significantly ahead of schedule, and cherry quality is excellent, says Nicolás Michelini of Chilean fruit exporter Quelen Fruit.

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UniSpice launches ready-to-cook fresh-cut beans to deliver major labor savings and zero prep for Foodservice Guatemalan fresh produce grower, packer, and shipper UniSpice launched Fresh-Cut French Beans and Fresh-Cut Green Beans. These new products expand the company's value-added offerings for foodservice distributors, retailers, and high-volume operators across North America. With labor shortages and rising operational costs, the food industry needs ready-to-cook solutions that save time and reduce waste. UniSpice’s fresh-cut […]

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Mexican avocados dominate US market, while Europe reports lowest volume in weeks Intelligence firm Avobook says reduced volumes, shifting supplier activity, and price changes are shaping the final weeks of the 2026 global avocado season.

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Water scarcity and import dependence dMiddle East invests in indoor ag as import dependence Water scarcity and climate shocks are pushing the region to grow more food under glass. New investment programs in the Gulf are driving rapid expansion of high-tech indoor farms, while Egypt, Turkey, and the Levant continue to balance local production with import needs.

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  • Opinion | 50% U.S. Tariff: A test of resilience for Brazilian horticulture

    Amid the trade war between the North and South American giants, Margarete Boteon, researcher at Cepea, asks how can the most vulnerable chains maintain profitability and investment capacity without quick, coordinated action? Amid the trade war between the North and South American giants, Margarete Boteon, researcher at Cepea, asks how can the most vulnerable chains maintain profitability and investment capacity without quick, coordinated action?
    August 21 , 2025

  • 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
Agronometrics in Charts View All

Agronometrics in Charts: Chile's cherry season expects smaller yield but better fruit

Although the total volume is lower, shipments are significantly ahead of schedule, and cherry quality is excellent, says Nicolás Michelini of Chilean fruit exporter Quelen Fruit.
December 04 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: US solidifies role as top market for Peruvian produce, driving 20% export growth

From blueberries to coffee, Peru’s produce is finding a welcome home in the US. Improved logistics and restored tariff benefits are adding even more momentum. The challenge: keeping growth resilient by branching out beyond a single top buyer.
December 02 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Strong global demand drives US fresh produce exports above $11B

From 2015 to 2018, total exports stayed above $10 billion, supported by stable demand across North America and Asia.
November 28 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Massive surge in Peruvian mango exports sinks prices

Peru’s mango industry is feeling both the sweet and the sour this season. Strong demand met record supply, reshaping price dynamics worldwide. Fresh, frozen, and processed formats are helping diversify the country’s export portfolio.
November 25 , 2025
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Decoding plant communication: How Veganic's organic technology is boosting crop yields worldwide

The young company aims to be “the perfect partner to accompany farmers and supermarkets to cultivate and produce foods in the most sustainable way possible.”
October 22 , 2025

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
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