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APHIS publishes pest risk assessment for citrus imports from Botswana

The entity is inviting stakeholders, industry partners, and the public to share their concerns and provide information related to the proposed importation of lemon, grapefruit, mandarin, and sweet orange.
October 04 , 2024

Experts suggest Peru could achieve a record in blueberries this season

If the plants manage to overcome the onslaught of reduced rainfall in the north, the country could produce 20-30% more than in 2022, reaching a new production record in 2024, Beta's assistant agricultural manager told Freshfruitportal.com.
October 04 , 2024

The devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on Georgia's pecan industry

Extension Horticulture Specialist for pecans at the University of Georgia, Lenny Wells, said the hurricane has been by far the worst the state has experienced. 
October 04 , 2024

Ecuador, Peru, and Chile weigh in on the U.S. port strike

The ongoing stoppage by the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) in U.S. ports from Maine to Texas has put these supplier countries on high alert, as the strike could disrupt shipments of their fruit to this key market.
October 04 , 2024

Chilean cherry season to set new record with 59% export increase

The top varieties expected to be exported are Santina (38.3 million boxes), Lapins (45.7 million boxes), and Regina (24.3 million boxes), with 23.2 million boxes of other varieties.
October 04 , 2024
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Camposol will focus its presence at Fruit Attraction on blueberries and grapes With a 16% market share in the 2023/24 season, Camposol has consolidated its position as top exporter of Peruvian fresh blueberries.

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Avocados From Mexico® obtains the Great Place To Work Certification™ 2024 Avocados From Mexico, a leading avocado brand in the United States, was Certified™ Great Place To Work ®. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Avocados From Mexico. In a survey, 97% of Avocados From Mexico employees said they felt welcomed when they joined the company. […]

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Uncertainty persists after third day of strike at U.S. ports Early on Tuesday, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a statement saying it is taking all measures to monitor and address possible repercussions for consumers.

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Apeel Sciences provides free coating services support to produce suppliers affected by port strike  Apeel Sciences, a leading company in supply chain innovation for the fresh produce industry, announced that it will provide free coating services to suppliers whose shipments may be delayed and at risk of spoilage due to the East Coast port strike.   Apeel’s plant-based coating extends the shelf life of fruits and vegetables and offers […]

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Chilean Blueberry Committee is awarded by the North American Blueberry Council In his speech, Andrés Armstrong expressed that this is a great honor and thanked the Chilean blueberry producers and exporters who voluntarily serve on the Blueberry Committee for their unwavering commitment to the industry's development. 

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Agronometrics in Charts: Peru's blueberry exports surpass 2022-23 season levels Improved weather conditions this year have allowed producers to bounce back, driving higher volumes of fresh blueberries to international markets.

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South African table grape industry foreseeing growth in export volumes The industry estimates an output of 76.4 million cartons, with the upper limit expected at approximately 78.7 million cartons and the lower limit expected at approximately 74.1 million cartons.  

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Peru establishes requirements for New Zealand kiwi imports The resolution published in the Diario Oficial and effective immediately, states that production sites and kiwifruit packing plants must be registered and authorized by the New Zealand National Plant Protection Organization (NPPO).

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US table grape and peach production expected to increase According to the report, California’s table grape and peach production are expected to thrive this season.

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Naturipe Farms expands into Florida with 200+ acres of strawberries In addition to the increased availability of Naturipe’s strawberries for retailers in the region, the strawberries will have a decreased transit distance, longer growing seasons, and will be on the shelves closer to their harvest.

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  • 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: Peru's blueberry exports surpass 2022-23 season levels

Improved weather conditions this year have allowed producers to bounce back, driving higher volumes of fresh blueberries to international markets.
October 03 , 2024

Case Study: Netherlands export data and the use of the degree of certainty tool

Unlike data from major exporters such as Peru, export data from the Netherlands are usually published with a delay of 2-3 months.
October 01 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Key trends and strategic insights from the 2024 IBO report

According to the report, blueberry import prices surged to unprecedented levels in 2023, with the average price reaching $7.01/kg, surpassing the previous record of $6.48/kg set in 2016.
September 26 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Morocco’s emergence as a global leader in the blueberry industry

In 2023, Morocco surpassed Spain in terms of export volume, marking a significant achievement in an industry that has seen global exports multiply by ten over the past decade.
September 24 , 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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