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Three new raspberry varieties to be launched at Fruit Logistica
Advanced Berry Breeding (ABB), a leader in raspberry breeding, announced the commercial launch of three new varieties.
January 25 , 2024
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How focusing on phytosanitation boosted Mexican papaya
According to a report by Mexico's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, between 2013 and 2023, national production increased from 765,000 tons to 1,135,000 tons.
January 25 , 2024
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Biden Administration announces $200M for fertilizer and clean energy projects
The funding falls under the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP), which was created to help expand U.S. fertilizer production.
January 25 , 2024
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Agronometrics Interviews: Berries Paradise
An exclusive look at the Mexican blueberry season with Berries Paradise Chief Commercial Officer Carlos Madariaga.
January 25 , 2024
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Turkey struggles with citrus overproduction
Quality concerns and fruit size issues have pushed profit margins down, a recent USDA report says.
January 25 , 2024
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Mexican melon production grows 11%
The U.S. is the main market for Mexican melons with a market value of 25,6 million dollars in 2022.
January 24 , 2024
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UK table grape market to reach $1.4B by 2028, study says
The sector has experienced a steady CAGR of 3.47% from its 2021 valuation of $1.120 billion.
January 24 , 2024
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Ecuadorian banana sector recovering amid challenges
While 2023 brought good figures for the banana sector, the growing insecurity in Ecuador had a significant impact on the supply chain.
January 24 , 2024
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Cantaloupe Salmonella outbreak over in U.S.
Inquiries continue in Canada, where seven people have died and another 164 have been reported ill.
January 24 , 2024
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North Bay’s Jumbo blueberries are now available
Starting at 18mm, and with many topping 22 to 26 mm, this year’s Jumbo crop will be coming from new SEKOYA plantings in Mexico.
January 24 , 2024