Washington apple exports down 21.2%

So far this season, 3,254,000 cartons have been shipped to Canada, and 7,785,000 cartons went to Mexico.

June 23 , 2023

U.S. apples regain access to India

India is now the world’s most populous nation, and with this important trade resolution, U.S. growers have the opportunity to be one of their biggest apple suppliers once again.

June 23 , 2023

Costa Rica calls to stop illegal pink pineapple cultivation

June 21 , 2023

Florida-Mexico Tomato War enters new phase

The Florida Tomato Exchange (FTE) has asked for antidumping duties against Mexican tomato imports into the U.S., filing a request with the U.S. Department of Commerce to terminate the 2019 Tomato Suspension Agreement.

June 20 , 2023

California strawberries recover from slow start

After a late start, California strawberries strongly moved into the market and are thriving with good volume and “very good to excellent” quality fruit.

June 19 , 2023

Sonoran grapes hit fast crescendo

Sonoran grapes are now roaring into the marketplace, after a slow start which caused historically high prices.

June 19 , 2023

AgroFresh adds three apple portfolio products

AgroFresh Solutions Inc., based in Philadelphia, on June 15 announced three new additions to its Apple Complete portfolio.

June 16 , 2023

Global apple production down 5% in 2023

Exports are also estimated down by one  million MT as reduced shipments from China, Iran and Moldova impact the global market.

June 15 , 2023

Northwest cherry harvest underway for CMI Orchards

Given recent favorable weather, CMI reports a promising Northwest cherry season ahead with a potential 75% harvest increase year-on-year, primarily in red cherries.

June 13 , 2023

Invasive pest found at Port of Wilmington

The discovery was made in late May by authorities, who then notified the importer and proceeded to fumigate the entire cargo, which came originally from Honduras.

June 09 , 2023