Opinion
CherryTech 2024: Chile's largest technical cherry industry event
In just a few years, the Chilean cherry industry has grown significantly, positioning itself at an advantage in both technical and productive management worldwide.
June 19 , 2024
A different season for the Southern blueberry industry
Agronomist Betina Ernst addresses the weather phenomena that altered production cycles and created different market conditions for the crop in 2023-24.
May 15 , 2024
100 million years of avocado history: A legacy of nature and human perseverance
Mexico’s Avocado Producers, Packers and Exporters Association recaps the long story of one of the world's most popular fruit.
April 24 , 2024
Opinion: North American Blueberry Council’s response to Consumer Reports
North American Blueberry Council President Kasey Cronquist addresses negative reports around the crop.
April 19 , 2024
IFPA A-NZ calls for national approach to fruit sticker ban
The IFPA A-NZ outlines key challenges for the produce sector ahead of the Sept. 1, 2025 PLU ban, specifically implementation.
April 11 , 2024
IFPA welcomes USDA’s updates to WIC nutrition program
The IFPA welcomes updates to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, helping to ensure fruit and vegetable access.
April 09 , 2024
Column: Bananas have been too cheap for decades
Industry leaders at the World Banana Forum discussed the pricing of bananas during the last few decades, saying current prices are not sustainable for the supply chain.
April 03 , 2024
CPMA welcomes Canadian government's support of national school food program
The program will aim to deliver meals to an additional 400,000 children per year.
April 02 , 2024
Fridays on the Farm: a labor of love for Rhode Island berry, stone fruit farm
The Eckharts grow strawberries, cherries, cane berries, peaches and more on their 100-acre farm. FSA Rhode Island features their story.
March 29 , 2024
Farming in her footsteps: Visit Annie B’s family farm
During the pandemic, the Givens family decided to set up farming operations to honor matriarch Annie B's legacy.
March 18 , 2024
