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Events that marked the fruit industry in 2024 and the resilience to overcome obstacles

If there is one thing that characterizes the global fruit industry, it's the constant change and dynamism of the factors that alter its operation in unforeseen ways.
December 26 , 2024

USDA announces appointments to the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council

Nine members and 10 alternate members have been appointed by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack to serve on the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC).
December 24 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: U.S. retailers gear up for a Chilean cherry boom this holiday season

Chile has just hit the peak harvest of its cherry season, and shipments to international markets are significantly outpacing previous years.
December 24 , 2024

Colombian avocado exports continue upward trend

Europe remains Colombia's primary export market, accounting for 73% of its 2024 exports, while the United States makes up the remaining 27%.
December 24 , 2024

First shipments of Chilean table grapes under Systems Approach to Mexico finalized

This was a milestone for the Chilean industry in addition to the first exports under the same protocol to the United States.
December 24 , 2024
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Vietnam anticipates it will export fresh passion fruit to the United States in 2025 Technical negotiations were completed in August, the ministry said. Now, legal procedures are underway for the official export of fresh passion fruit to the U.S.

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Walnuts meet the FDA's new definition of healthy food The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans encourage consumers to choose foods that are nutrient-dense, such as nuts, including walnuts.

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Autumn Glory apples win over new fans National retailer data reveals that Autumn Glory apples are starting to capture younger consumers at an impressive rate

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Camposol confirms Ricardo Naranjo as new CEO With over 15 years of experience, much of which has been in the agricultural sector, Ricardo brings a distinguished track record in Finance and Strategy.

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Millbank FX: What is your Bank charging you for currency exchange & payments? Find out more about how Millbank FX ensures smooth global transactions with fast, secure payments across 120+ countries to fruit and fresh produce businesses

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UF: Florida ag production losses from Hurricane Milton top $190M Hurricane Milton impacted more than 5.7 million acres of agricultural land in the state, producing an estimated $8.6 billion in agricultural products over multiple growing seasons each year.

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Spain again urges EU to tighten controls on South African citrus In November, the European Commission detected two shipments of oranges and one of lemons from South Africa infested with citrus black spot.

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Pomegranate season in South Africa is underway with Angel Red The first Angel Reds will be destined for local consumption, as prices in South Africa before Christmas are expected to be very good.

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UF/IFAS, Florida Strawberry Industry, and Ohalo join forces to combat fungal disease Ohalo Genetics, Inc. has entered into a Development & Commercialization Agreement with the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, Florida Foundation Seed Producers, Inc., and the Florida Strawberry Growers Association (FSGA) to address the significant threat of neopestalotiopsis to the strawberry industry.

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Brazilian bananas and nuts gain access to the EAEU Brazil exported more than $1.3 billion in agricultural products to the EAEU this year.

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  • 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

  • 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
Agronometrics in Charts View All

Agronometrics in Charts: U.S. retailers gear up for a Chilean cherry boom this holiday season

Chile has just hit the peak harvest of its cherry season, and shipments to international markets are significantly outpacing previous years.
December 24 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: U.S. fresh pear industry faces historic declines in 2024-25

Washington, historically the largest pear-producing state, is projected to see a staggering 30% drop in output, with production falling below Oregon’s for the first time.
December 19 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: US table grape market rebounds following Hurricane Hilary’s impact

Production is projected to increase by nearly 200,000 tons to 845,000 in 2024, recovering fully from damage caused by Hurricane Hilary last year.
December 17 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Chile’s avocado industry continues to flourish

Hass avocados remain the most widely grown variety due to their creamy texture and high oil content, traits highly valued by consumers.
December 12 , 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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