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Present and future of Peruvian agriculture exports

David Sandoval, CEO of Fluctuante, analyzed the strengths, opportunities, weaknesses and threats of the sector, as well as the main milestones of the industry.
March 07 , 2025

Lemons from Portugal closer to accessing Brazil

Portugal's Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, José Manuel Fernandes said that lemons are “a product sought after by Brazil” and that Portugal expects to find a “highly favorable” market in the South American country.
March 07 , 2025

Daily mango consumption may improve insulin sensitivity

Conducted at the Illinois Institute of Technology with 48 adults aged 20 to 60, the study compared the effects of fresh mangos to a calorie-matched control food, on inflammation and insulin sensitivity.
March 07 , 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump delays tariffs on goods from Mexico

Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform that Mexico will not be required to pay tariffs on anything that falls under the USMCA, the trade deal between the US, Mexico, and Canada, for a month.
March 06 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: E”BLUE”LUTION… From selling fruit… to selling plants?

Fresh produce and blueberry industry expert Diego Castagnasso analyzes new trends in the blueberry industry.
March 06 , 2025
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Watermelon Board elects new leadership The National Watermelon Promotion Board (NWPB) convened its Spring 2025 Board Meeting on February 22 in Austin, TX, in conjunction with the National  Watermelon Association (NWA) Annual Convention. During the meeting, the Board elected its executive leadership for the coming year.  Lee Wroten, representing District 2, was re-elected president for a second term. Chad Chastain […]

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Greater China was a standout market for Zespri in 2024 The company's President of Greater China, Michael Jiang, indicated high growth across the region, with 42.6 million trays sold in mainland China, 8.6 million in Taiwan, and 3 million in Hong Kong. 

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What Chilean cherry exporters can learn from the Maersk Saltoro ship disaster Manuel José Alcaino, president of Decofrut, told Freshfruitportal.com that, despite being a tragedy, this situation is a lesson to be learned, and the possibility of increasing shipments to the U.S.

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Sales of Spanish fruits and vegetables in the U.S. grew 20% YOY in 2024 The United States ranks 20th among the top destinations for Spanish horticultural products, so as a whole and at the sectoral level, it would not be one of the most damaged if the United States imposed tariffs on the country.

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UF/IFAS-bred strawberries show chilli thrips resistance Over the past two decades, chilli thrips have expanded from Asia to several regions in the United States, including Florida, Texas, Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana, and the Northeast.

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Brazil will be the first in Latin America to import Korean strawberries This milestone is expected to contribute to the opening of the world market for Korean strawberries.

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University of Florida researchers are looking at vanilla as an alternative to oranges The university reports there are no large-scale commercial production of the crop in the United States, which imports more than $194 million worth of vanilla beans every year. 

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Global berry market forecast to continue growing in a decade According to the market intelligence platform IndexBox, "the market value increased at an average annual rate of 2.3% from 2013 to 2024, and is projected to continue growing.

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Mexican president says country will respond with retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports Mexico’s President, Claudia Sheinbaum, called the move "unilateral," adding that it goes against the trade agreement that Trump signed during his first term.

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Walnuts may improve brain function, study suggests This study is the first to specifically explore the immediate effects of walnuts on brain function in young adults over a single day, adding to prior research discussing the cognitive benefits linked to regular walnut consumption.

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  • 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
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Agronometrics in Charts View All

Agronometrics in Charts: E”BLUE”LUTION… From selling fruit… to selling plants?

Fresh produce and blueberry industry expert Diego Castagnasso analyzes new trends in the blueberry industry.
March 06 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: A look at USDA agricultural projections through 2034

The category is expected to grow to $151.5 billion by 2034, with the fresh produce segment being a main driving force.
March 04 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: The impact of natural disasters on the U.S. fresh produce industry in 2024

According to the American Farm Bureau Federation, in 2024, a total of 27 weather disasters wreaked havoc across the nation, causing significant disruptions in domestic food production.
February 27 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Persistent rain disrupts strawberry harvest in Santa Maria/Oxnard, California

Weather disruptions last week also contributed to further harvest suspensions, exacerbating the supply shortage.
February 25 , 2025
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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