Global Avocado Summit 2024 focuses on export markets, new origins and the state of the Chilean industry

The latest projections expect Chile's avocado production to reach 200,000 tons, driven by good fruit set and favorable weather conditions. More than 50% will remain in the local market.

November 21 , 2024

Fresh Del Monte appoints Thomas Padilla as Vice President of Avocados International

The organization says Padilla’s extensive expertise in the avocado category and proven ability to foster growth in global markets will support these efforts and enhance Fresh Del Monte’s position in the market.

November 21 , 2024

The 2024 Interpoma opening ceremony gives an update of the 2024/2025 harvest forecast  

The overall drop is mainly seen for two major varieties, Golden Delicious and Gala, which have respectively shrunk by 10% and 11% compared to 2023.

November 21 , 2024

First Tanzanian Avocado Arrives in China: A Milestone for Tanzanian Agriculture and Mr. Avocado

This milestone marks the successful collaboration between Mr. Avocado, Tanzanian grower Africado, and Westfalia South Africa, making it possible to bring Tanzanian avocados to Chinese consumers for the first time.

November 21 , 2024

Pisco Tequila Pisco, good combo for a great hangover, don't you think?

Guest article by Diego Castagnasso, a fresh produce and blueberry industry expert.

November 21 , 2024

Challenging weather wreaks havoc on Western Australia's cherry harvest

This year’s weather conditions have disrupted the development process of the fruit, with unseasonably warm and dry summer temperatures and a lack of the required winter chill during flowering severely impacting the fruit set.  

November 21 , 2024

Walmart U.S. reports growth in revenue of over 5% in Q3

The revenue growth led to a hike in the consolidated gross margin rate of 21 bps. 

November 21 , 2024

Thanksgiving traditions hold strong despite high grocery prices

The American Farm Bureau Federation (ABFB) Thanksgiving Cost Survey shows the traditional ingredients in a holiday dinner will cost a little less this year.

November 21 , 2024

Producers warn Chile could lose competitiveness if logistics infrastructure is not improved

The Federation of Fruit Producers of Chile called on the State, including the current administration and the private sector, to join efforts to prevent being left behind as a country in port development, which is key for exports, including fruits.

November 20 , 2024

Peru gets the green light to export mandarins to Vietnam

The new trade decision came as a result of a technical meeting between phytosanitary authorities from Peru and Vietnam.

November 20 , 2024