Global organic cultivation shows sustained growth

Similarly, the number of organic producers also saw a significant rise, surpassing 4.5 million. 

February 14 , 2024

Goldenberry Farms: "We see pitaya fruit turning conventional"

Pitahaya consumption in the United States has increased in recent years and is projected to continue growing. We spoke with Christopher Palumbo of Goldenberry Farms about the current status and future of the exotic fruit in the United States.

February 13 , 2024

Agronometrics Shorts: The 2023-24 Chilean table grape season - Projections and early momentum

Newer varieties such as Prime, Sweet Celebration and Midnight Beauty are gaining traction, collectively expected to represent 63% of Chile's total fresh grape exports, nearing 40 million boxes.

February 13 , 2024

Mexico exported 137,500 tons of avocados for the Super Bowl

This year was the second best year in terms of shipments of Mexican avocados for the Super Bowl with a total of 137,500 tons.

February 13 , 2024

Oppy and Sun Grape announce Sun Grape California

This partnership is official as of Feb. 6, and will officially begin shipping products to market in early July from their new cold storage facility and offices in Delano. 

February 13 , 2024

Ron Krueger enters WPVGA Hall of Fame

In his career, Krueger oversaw the growing of 1,100 acres of early-generation certified seed potatoes (including numerous varieties), certified seed oats, barley, wheat, soybeans, and clover.

February 13 , 2024

Jaguar Mangos back for a second season

Supplies of Jaguar mangos are anticipated to be available by mid-March. 

February 12 , 2024

Super Bowl LVIII: Colombian avocado shipments post 56% rise

In 2023, the sector achieved a commendable 26% increase in the number of containers exported to various markets worldwide.

February 12 , 2024

Ecuadorian mango seeks to recover production volumes after a bad year

In 2023, total production and export volumes of Ecuadorian mango fell by nearly 50% year-on-year due to challenging weather conditions.

February 12 , 2024

European Commission halts new pesticide regulation

Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, confirmed that the decision was taken in an attempt to reconcile with the sector, as stoppages and roadblocks are currently having a detrimental effect to the economy of EU countries.

February 12 , 2024