'The most international' Macfrut edition kicks off

The foreign presence is strong with 40% of exhibitors coming from abroad, making Macfrut the most international agrifood event in Italy, according to a release by the organizers.

May 08 , 2024

Oppy drops two new blueberry varieties: Pink Cosmo and Hunkaberry

Both brands were developed by horticulture professor Dr. Scott NeSmith of the University of Georgia and grown by G&M Farms in Fresno County, California.

May 08 , 2024

Higher citrus volumes from Southern Hemisphere expected in the US

Last year, the U.S. imported nearly 4 billion pounds of citrus from different origins, with Mexico being the main supplier reaching 844 million pounds. 

May 08 , 2024

Mexican papaya enjoys healthy US demand

Mexico ships the fruit year-round, with lower volumes from October through December. During the 2021-22 campaign, Mexico produced 1,135,888 tons of papaya.  

May 08 , 2024

Chilean kiwifruit projects a good season despite a late start

The Chilean kiwifruit season is delayed approximately 10 days, but producers and exporters are expecting a good year in terms of volume and price.

May 08 , 2024

Spain registers its worst lemon campaign in history

The current campaign will go down in history as the worst in terms of profitability, with prices below production costs for the vast majority of producers.

May 08 , 2024

University of Georgia to advance integrative precision agriculture with new lab

Last month, the lab’s plans were signed through this year’s bipartisan government funding package.

May 08 , 2024

Agronometrics: Mexican avocado volumes on the rise

In 2023, Mexico witnessed an uptick in avocado production, reaching 2.65 MMT, marking a 4% increase compared to the preceding year.

May 07 , 2024

Embracing Sustainability and Efficiency: The Case for Second-Hand Machines in the Fresh Produce Market

In today's dynamic fresh produce market, acquiring brand-new machinery can often pose challenges in terms of cost and availability. This is why Duijndam Machines can be an allied for your business.

May 07 , 2024

US mango market continues to expand

Mexico, Guatemala, and Nicaragua, the other three main suppliers of the U.S. market are expected to increase their volumes this season.

May 07 , 2024