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Agronometrics in Charts: California grape growers battle heat wave to save harvests

Overall, the prolonged heat wave is adding to the costs for grape growers as they strive to keep their crops cool and viable.
July 23 , 2024

Puerto Rico: Fighting anthracnose disease on mango trees

According to the USDA, the disease has been associated with yield losses of up to 60% in different countries.
July 23 , 2024

Uvasdoce Fresh launches new table grape variety

Mojito Fresh combines "sweet spearmint notes with the distinctive sweetness generated from the mix of Moscatel and labrusca flavor," the comány shared.
July 22 , 2024

Tom Vilsack reacts to Joe Biden's exit from presidential race

Vilsack highlighted that Biden led the country out of the pandemic and "revived our struggling economy to achieve record job growth."
July 22 , 2024

National Mango Board launches new website and celebrates National Mango Day

With peak mango season in full swing, the NMB says it is dedicated to helping everyone discover the joys of this fruit.
July 22 , 2024
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Guatemalan mango sector facing competitive challenges Despite multiple factors affecting competitiveness, Guatemalan Mango Committee Vice President Eddy Martínez predicts better results for the ongoing season.

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Port Houston approved for cold treatment The United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has approved Port Houston's handling of cold treatment cargo. This gives the leader of the Texas, Houston Ship Channel the ability to receive and manage shipments that underwent the cold treatment process while in transit.  Cold treatment is a process used to […]

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Camposol partners with Ninjacart to boost its blueberries in India The plan is to market between 250 and 275 tons of blueberries in 100 cities through more than 100,000 points of sale.

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BLOOM FRESH™ celebrates its biggest-ever table grape infringement win in Peru In addition to the removal of the plants, a heavy economic penalty was imposed on the grower involved.

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UF/IFAS researchers pioneer techniques to boost passion fruit production Passion fruit struggles in Central Florida due to cold winters and in South Florida due to disease.

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Iranian fresh produce trader sees potential in Costa Rican bananas After a tour of Latin American producers, the CEO of Iranian trader Zarrin Group believes there's potential in bringing Costa Rican bananas to the Middle East market.  New sources of fruit supply are often required in the republic since the trading relationship with the United States is highly dependent on the decisions of new presidents. […]

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ProducePay partners with MAVRK Capital to make global fresh produce commerce more predictable MAVRK Capital has agreed to a minimum commitment of $500mm in initial forward flow capital to fund top growers globally. 

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San Miguel Global opens lemon processing plant in South Africa Established in collaboration with local partner African Pioneer Group, the new facility will produce lemon essential oil, juice concentrate, and peel for industrial and animal feed use.

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U.S. peach volumes recovering amid mixed weather conditions Last year, peach and nectarine production in the United States fell to its lowest level since the early 80s, with colder temperatures delaying bloom and later freezes damaging the fruit. 

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Russia apple imports increase due to low local production Russia's main apple suppliers are Türkiye, South Africa, Serbia, China, and Uzbekistan.

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  • 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

  • Farming in her footsteps: Visit Annie B’s family farm

    During the pandemic, the Givens family decided to set up farming operations to honor matriarch Annie B's legacy. During the pandemic, the Givens family decided to set up farming operations to honor matriarch Annie B's legacy.
    March 18 , 2024
Agronometrics in Charts View All

Agronometrics in Charts: California grape growers battle heat wave to save harvests

Overall, the prolonged heat wave is adding to the costs for grape growers as they strive to keep their crops cool and viable.
July 23 , 2024

Agronometrics Shorts: California grape industry rebounds after last season's weather challenges

Last season, Hurricane Hilary struck during the peak harvest period, resulting in a loss of approximately 30% of the initial crop projection.
July 18 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian asparagus exports decline by 22% in volume and 5% in value

Following a period of growth and attractive prices, complications arose in 2022. Prices dropped, and international competition intensified, complicating the placement of Peruvian asparagus in key markets.
July 16 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Drought delays Jalisco avocado harvest

Eleazar Oceguera Aguayo, president of Jalisco's Avocado Industry body (APEAJAL), explained that they were unable to meet the demand during the recent ban in Michoacán.
July 11 , 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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