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More Chilean Hass avocados available this season

Ninety thousand tons of Chilean Hass avocado are expected to be exported, with Europe as the main destination.
September 03 , 2024

Development of thornless blackberry less acidic and bitter than its predecessors

The material was obtained from the Black 132 selection which, in turn, is the result of hybridization between the North American cultivars 'Brazos' and 'Arapaho'.
September 03 , 2024

First 2024-25 Peruvian grape estimate projects volume uptick

The northern zone of Peru faced climatic challenges last season but is expected to recover significantly.
September 03 , 2024

India imposes strict measures for Polish blueberry imports

India seeks to protect its growing blueberry market, currently valued at $60 million, which is expanding thanks to consumer conscience about the fruit's health benefits. 
September 03 , 2024

Camposol anticipates early volumes for the 2024-25 blueberry season

The company is optimistic about matching last season's strong performance, with expectations of higher overall volumes and availability extending into February.
September 02 , 2024
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Unifrutti welcomes Verfrut to its global platform completing strategic acquisition in Latin America With the addition of Verfrut, Unifrutti consolidates its grape, cherry, apple, and blueberry portfolio, becoming one of the largest table grape and cherry producers in the world.

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Japan's cherry production decreases due to changing climate According to the August Stone Fruit Annual report by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Japan's cherry production has been substantially impacted by high temperatures in the largest volume production region. The Fresh cherry production in the 2024/25 marketing year (MY) is estimated to fall to 14,700 metric tons (MT), due to a decrease in domestic […]

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Panama Canal updates Transit Reservation System rates These adjustments include the new long-term slot allocation (LoTSA) method, a new plan designed to improve our business model and service quality, providing “certainty, predictability, and reliability,” the entity said in a release.

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APHIS modifies conditions for Sweet Orange scab-quarantined areas The new Federal Order allows movement to non-contiguous SOS-quarantined areas under a limited permit.

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Higher mango export volumes expected September and October Despite forecasts of a decrease in both Mexican and Brazilian mango shipments this 2024 season, the latest mango crop report by the National Mango Board anticipates that overall mango volume shipments from week 35 (08/31/2024) to week 40 (10/05/2024) will be about 6% higher year over year (YOY). Currently, the Keitt variety is the main […]

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California is now free of invasive fruit fly With its successful eradication, quarantines have been lifted in Contra Costa, Los Angeles, Orange, Sacramento, San Bernardino, Santa Clara, San Diego, Riverside, and Ventura counties.

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Dried fruit market forecast to grow thanks to health-conscious consumers The dried fruit market grew from $10.98 billion in 2023 to $11.60 billion in 2024, according to a report by ResearchAndMarkets.com. The market is projected to reach $16.20 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.70%. The main drivers of market growth include health-conscious consumers, the increasing use of dried fruits in […]

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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.

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China's cherry production and imports expected to continue growing this season The latest 'Stone Fruit Annual' report, released in July by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Foreign Agricultural Service, forecasts that China's cherry production and imports will increase this market year. China's cherry production is projected to increase by 6% in the 2024/25 market year, reaching 850,000 metric tons, according to the report. The increase is […]

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Summer Citrus: Up Close & Personal with Boet Mouton Summer Citrus is excited about all the effort that we're making this season with our collaborators in South Africa. That's why we want to share a glimpse from one of our leading growers and citrus distributors, Boet Mouton from Mouton Citrus.    

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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
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Agronometrics in Charts: Colombia Avocado Board reports significant growth in U.S. avocado shipments

This surge in demand, coupled with the expansion of avocado acreage in Colombia and the maturity of Colombian avocado trees since their market entry in 2020, has significantly benefited Colombian producers, exporters, and importers.
August 29 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Peru's agricultural exports set to exceed $11.5B by year-end

The success of Peru's agro-export industry is largely attributed to a diverse portfolio of products, with 20 key items contributing to 74.6% of the total export value.
August 27 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Chilean cherry production set for a 6.8% increase in 2024-25

As the export volume continues to rise, the pressure on Chilean producers and exporters to meet harvest and packing demands intensifies.
August 22 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: Washington apple production returning to normalcy

"Our domestic and foreign customers can expect the flavor, size, color, and overall high quality that make Washington apples famous," said Washington State Tree Fruit Association President Jon DeVaney.
August 20 , 2024
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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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