GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW STRAWBERRIES

With the changing weather most regions see a slight decrease in demand for strawberries, which are mostly eaten during the summer period. In the…

Newer blackberry varieties dominate with consumers and growers

Newer and better blackberry varieties continue to flourish and for one grower-owned cooperative, these varieties are ushering in a new era. North Bay…

Pricing slightly stronger on melons over last month

The supply of both cantaloupes and honeydew melons is good right now. "There are still people harvesting in Central California. We are going in Yuma,…

New mushroom farm in North America to build on automated technology

Highline Mushrooms has always been passionate about natural nourishment and innovation, with a strong belief in the future of the mushroom category.…

Orange juice prices strengthened due to Hurricane Milton

The predictions were dire around Hurricane Milton's effect on Florida's citrus industry. Though assessments of how the industry has survived the…

Summary of 2024 IFPA State of the Industry Address

Kicking off the annual International Fresh Produce Association State of the Industry keynote with a recap of advocacy victories in 2024 and concluding…

Post-harvest solution approved for commercial use in California

Verdant™ Technologies announced that the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) has approved HarvestHold Fresh® for use on a wide array…

Convenience-store-inspired experience at IFPA show

As part of its participation at the 2024 IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta, the Giumarra Companies will present GiumarraMART, a grab-and-go,…

Hurricane Milton causes up to $2.5 billion in damages to Florida agriculture

Hurricane Milton, striking as a Category 3 storm on Oct. 9, inflicted an estimated $1.5 billion to $2.5 billion in damages across Florida's agricultural…

USDA to buy $25 million in fresh citrus to aid producers and support food banks

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced its intent to purchase up to $25 million in fresh citrus from domestic producers to distribute to…

95% of air samples free from detectable pesticides

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation today released its annual Air Monitoring Report, which found that no air samples taken at monitoring sites in…

US study finds strawberries boost heart health and lower cholesterol

With cardiovascular disease remaining a leading cause of death worldwide, a new study has highlighted strawberries as a natural and delicious way to support…

Onion market sees variability in demand and supply across the U.S.

Chuck Hill from The Onion House in Weslaco, TX, reported a slowdown in the onion market as of October 16, noting a decrease in demand. Despite this, Hill…

Peruvian banana exports decreased in September

Peruvian fresh banana exports experienced a decrease for the second consecutive month in September, despite an increase in the average price. During this…

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Research confirms mayonnaise helps ease vegetable consumption for the elderly

Kewpie Corporation, in collaboration with Wayo Women's University, confirmed that adding mayonnaise or emulsified dressings significantly improves the…

Illinois pumpkin farms navigate climate change

Madeline Jefferies, a seasoned farmer at Jefferies Orchard in Springfield, Illinois, expresses growing concerns over climate change's impact on agriculture,…

Alico reports minimal tree damage from Hurricane Milton, ensures rapid recovery

Initial assessments indicate that Alico, Inc. sustained minimal tree damage from Hurricane Milton last week. Most importantly, we are grateful that none of our…

The end of the grape season as seen by an Apulian entrepreneur

"Sales have been good, but we haven't had an easy time"

"One thing is for sure, we have nothing to complain about on the commercial and quality front. Demand was high right from the start. The high price for…

Eduardo Eraso, from Asaja Córdoba:

"We expect high orange juice prices to give a push to fresh fruit prices"

There are high expectations for the 2024/25 orange season in Cordoba, with positive initial prospects in terms of production, as greater volumes are…

Luis M.ª Aliseda Martín, from Berries del Oeste: "We have doubled last year's figures in Huelva with our Arwen variety"

"We've had great success in a very short time within the very wide varietal landscape"

Hydroponic cultivation is proving to be a very efficient option for growing strawberries, not only to produce fruit but also to produce seedlings. In…

Soluna™ Apples

"Export is going really well with the volume in each market growing with increased marketing"

The growth of the Western Australian-bred apple Soluna™ overseas is continuing to grow each year, and has commenced test plantings internationally. The…

Thanasis Eythymiou, Pyrgetos Kiwi:

"There are fewer kiwis of caliber bigger than 30 this season"

October 15th marked the official start for the new Greek kiwi harvesting season. According to Mr. Thanasis Eythymiou, President of the O.P. Pyrgetos…

Gamers now raiding veggie patches instead of loot boxes in '#ModTheVeg' campaign"

In an innovative approach to address the prevalence of unhealthy food promotion within the gaming community, Knorr has embarked on a campaign to…

Drewry’s World Container Index decreased 4% to $3,216 per 40ft container this week.

The latest Drewry WCI composite index of $3,216 per 40ft container is 69% below the previous pandemic peak of $10,377 in September 2021, but it is 126%…

Peruvian avocado season closes the year with positive results

2024 was a complicated year for Peru's avocado production as continuous adverse weather conditions affected the regularity of the harvest. Despite…

Solving the problem of cracked cherries by managing osmotic pressure

A hydroponic cherry grower in Hungary collaborated with Gremon Systems to find solutions for preventing fruit cracking. With the help of dendrometers,…

Kandahar exports over 9,500 tons of onions to India and Pakistan

From Kandahar, 9,500 tons of onions, with a market value exceeding two million U.S. dollars, have recently been exported to India and Pakistan, marking a…

India launches Kanda Express to deliver 1,600 metric tons of onions

The government has initiated the Kanda Express Train service from Nashik to Delhi with the objective of addressing the onion demand prior to Diwali. According…

Australia launches apple & pear industry's professional development initiative

Hort Innovation and Apple & Pear Australia Limited (APAL) have initiated the Developing orchardists of the future pilot program under Hort Innovation's…

Australia's horticulture sector faces labor challenges amid policy overhaul

The horticulture sector in Australia is currently navigating through a period of policy updates that could reshape its labor-sourcing strategies. The federal…

Avocado sales surge in Myanmar with Shan State leading production

In Shan State's Taunggyi fruits market, the avocado trade has seen an uptick, with Yangon and Mandalay emerging as the primary buyers. The current season has…

Brazil's grape exports surge in September despite yearly dip

In September, Brazil experienced an uptick in grape exports, as reported by Comex Stat data, with shipments reaching 3.17 thousand tons. This volume indicates…

Pérola's acerola farmers seek geographical indication for enhanced recognition

Families engaged in acerola cultivation in Pérola, Paraná, have initiated the process to obtain Geographical Indication (GI) for their product, which has been…

Panama Canal transits drop 29.3% due to severe drought in fiscal year 2024

The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has reported a 29.3% decrease in ship transits for Fiscal Year 2024, attributing the decline to a severe drought that has…

St. Kitts distributes thousands of banana, plantain suckers to boost local farming

St Kitts' Ministry of Agriculture distributed thousands of banana and plantain suckers to local farmers and backyard gardeners, aiming to lower the…

New Zealand balances supply chain efficiency and sustainability amid global disruptions

New Zealand's economy heavily depends on its maritime trade routes, vital for the export and import activities that fuel sectors like agriculture,…