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Peruvian grape production projected up
Vanguard International Group Peru Sales and Procurement Executive, Fanny Robles, addressed the main trends, challenges, and opportunities for Peruvian grape exports in a recent seminar.
June 13 , 2024
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How water availability in Mexico is affecting the mango industry
In the last six decades, water availability in the country has decreased by 68%, according to data from the Mexican Institute for Competitiveness (IMCO).
June 13 , 2024
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Calavo Growers shares strong Q2 financial results
The company said that grown gross profit increased 27% versus the prior year's quarter, driven by strength in avocado margins as well as strong performance in tomatoes.
June 13 , 2024
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New Zealand pome fruit exports drop 11%
However, New Zealand Apples and Pears (NZAPI) assured the sector is seeing great quality thanks to “exceptional summer conditions”.
June 13 , 2024
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Brazilian pecans enter the Chinese market
Brazil is the fourth largest producer of pecans globally, behind the United States, Mexico, and South Africa. The state of Rio Grande do Sul accounts for about 70% of national production.
June 12 , 2024
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Strong supply of organic melons for July 4th promotions
Watermelons, one of the season's favorites, in both organic mini watermelons (also called personal watermelons) as well as large-size fruit, typically called bin melons, are readily available.
June 12 , 2024
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Turkish blueberry growers tackle economic challenges to reach full potential
The country's industry projects a harvest of around 7,500 to 10,000 tonnes of blueberries this season.
June 12 , 2024
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International Longshoremen’s Association halts contract talks amidst automation fallout
ILA claims APM Terminals and Maersk Line are using an automated system to process trucks without ILA labor.
June 11 , 2024
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Federal channel for Port of Baltimore fully restored
The channel’s full restoration now allows for two-way traffic and cancels the additional safety requirements that were previously implemented due to the reduced channel width.
June 11 , 2024
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Agronometrics Interviews: California Giant Berry Farms
Take a look at the state of the US blueberry season in an exclusive interview with California Giant Berry Farms.
June 11 , 2024