COP29 tackles food, agriculture, and water through a climate change lens

During the Food, Agriculture, and Water conversations, the agenda focused on the urgency to tackle emissions from agriculture and water, biodiversity, and sustainability. 

November 26 , 2024

Chinese blueberries increase presence in local market and seek export opportunities

The China Chamber of Commerce of Import and Export of Foodstuffs, Native Products and Animal By-Products (CFNA) is making efforts to expand the market for Chinese blueberries.

November 26 , 2024

Avocado shipments in Europe increase by 24%

The latest Avobook Report shows there's been an increase in avocado shipments in several key markets.

November 26 , 2024

Trump announces Brooke Rollins for USDA chief role

The second woman to lead the department, Rollins will be tasked with overseeing nearly 100,000 employees and the federal/state programs related to farming, forestry, ranching, food quality, and nutrition. 

November 25 , 2024

The number of deciduous fruit producers in Argentina continues to shrink

According to the National Food Safety and Quality Service (SENASA), there were about 9,000 producers in 2005, but by 2023, that number had dropped to just 1,605.

November 25 , 2024

The impact of almond consumption on physical recovery

Previous studies investigated the effect of almonds on feelings of fatigue and exercise metabolism, and looked at the impact of almond consumption on feelings of soreness and muscle performance.

November 25 , 2024

Ecuador: Asoguanábana's President says "half of our industry is on the verge of bankruptcy"

Daniel Ortega spoke with FreshFruitPortal.com about the dire situation affecting the country's industry, including power outages, rising production costs, and the delayed access of Ecuadorian guanábana to the U.S. market.

November 25 , 2024

Emiliano Escobedo talks about prospects for the US avocado market

The U.S. is the world's largest market for avocados, consuming nearly 3 billion pounds per year, which transfers to nearly 9 pounds per person.

November 25 , 2024

Brazil signs agreement to export fresh grapes to China

Luís Rua, Secretary of Trade and International Relations at Mapa, said the trade potential for these newly approved products is estimated at $450 million annually. 

November 22 , 2024

Watermelons entered 3 million new U.S. households in 2024

On average, shoppers made five watermelon purchase trips during the year, spending $5.83 per trip for an estimated annual household spend of $28.94. 

November 22 , 2024