Chile: Blueberry industry focusing on varietal reconversion amid another production drop

With new varieties, consumers are demanding higher quality blueberries from all sources, which for Chile means competing with countries that are more advanced in this regard.

December 06 , 2023

Sea freight rates to continue upward trend in 2024

Prices were down almost 5% in October, with the index now standing 62% lower year-on-year.

December 06 , 2023

California citrus growers brace for frost season

Below-freezing temperatures lasting more than a few hours have the ability to impact all citrus varieties. However, mandarins are often at the greatest risk due to their thin peel.

December 06 , 2023

Canada appoints inaugural Executive Director of Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food office

The newly inaugurated office aims to bolster ties, advance technical cooperation, assist Canadian exporters in finding new business opportunities, and help position Canada as a preferred supplier.

December 06 , 2023

Spain developing sustainable pest control solution

The project, named ESENCIA-N, used lab and on-site research to study the extent in which this encapsulated essential oil increases control effectiveness and field duration, reduces the amount of substance applied and provides a viable alternative to crop protection products.

December 05 , 2023

Proposed bill to protect Florida ag from freezing temperatures

Specialty crop growers have been able to access insurance policies at reasonable costs that cover losses caused by specific covered impacts such as wind. However, no existing policies currently cover damage from freeze and cold exposure.

December 05 , 2023

Rain affected nearly 50% of early Chilean cherries 

Some farms in the Maule region of Chile say they will be able to harvest only 20-40% of the total volume initially estimated following storms and heavy rainfall. 

December 05 , 2023

COP 28: Food and ag the “heightened focus”

At the event, 70 farmer representatives will be present as the delegation of the World Farmers Organization (WFO). 

December 05 , 2023

Agronometrics Shorts: U.S. market witnessed a 35% surge in prices for Peruvian asparagus in 2023

Stringent fumigation requirements imposed by U.S. health authorities created formidable barriers for numerous producers seeking contracts with importers in this pivotal market.

December 05 , 2023

Panama Canal drought causes slot reductions and extended shipping delays

Pacific-to-Atlantic (northbound) transits showed a sharp rise in wait time in November for ships without reservations, coinciding with cuts to reservation slots. 

December 04 , 2023