HAB: Avocado oversupply to challenge industry

“The main challenge for the avocado industry at a global level is overproduction. We are producing more avocados than are being consumed,” said Emiliano Escobedo, Executive Director of the Hass Avocado Board. 

May 30 , 2023

Frutesa celebrates 40th Anniversary leading Guatemalan tropical fruit exports

Frutesa regularly exports fresh produce to the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, France, Germany and Spain, and more occasionally to Ireland and the United States. 

May 26 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: Mexico reaffirms its place as the largest avocado exporting country in the world - Rabobank

Mexico, which currently contributes to 30% of the worldwide avocado output, experienced an increment of about 6% in production during the past decade.

May 25 , 2023

New Zealand's apple production and exports to hit “record low” in 2023

A report states that 840 hectares destined to apple production were completely destroyed and will require a full redevelopment, while another 1,260 hectares will see significant tree death.

May 22 , 2023

Hass Avocado Board presents U.S. demand strategy to the global industry

“U.S. Hass avocado producers and marketers can take pride in knowing the Hass Avocado Board and our results over the past decade are a model for accelerating demand growth around the world,” said Emiliano Escobedo, Executive Director of the Hass Avocado Board.

May 18 , 2023

New Zealand Avocado CEO to step down after 12 years

Under Jen Scoular's leadership, the NZ avocado industry value has increased from $82 million in 2011-12 to $231 million in 2021, and the NZ market value from $19 to $62 million in 2021-22

May 17 , 2023

Grape industry in The Americas facing changes

FreshFruitPortal.com spoke with two experts on the international fresh grape industry regarding the recent dynamic changes in the sector.

May 17 , 2023

Agronometrics in Charts: Late maturing avocado varieties gaining traction in California

Despite winter and early spring rainfall contributing to a delayed start to harvests for the 2022-23 season, California's avocado producers report superior quality, increased sizing and robust yields.

May 16 , 2023

How can fruits help improve oral health?

Fruits are high in water and fiber, which balance the sugars they contain and help clean teeth.

May 15 , 2023

Colombia avocados see continued strong growth in U.S.

Avocado production and orchard development in Colombia have rapidly increased in the last two years, there are 488 orchards across eight states, and production is soaring with nearly 25 million pounds of avocados so far this season.

May 12 , 2023