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Strong supplies of imported summer citrus expected until domestic season starts
Supplies of imported summer citrus look to be consistent right now. “The past seasons have shown…

How is a strong U.S. dollar affecting imports and exports?
As the U.S. dollar continues gaining strength, the question that's emerging is: what does this mean…

Mexican Keitt mangoes hit peak supply time
Supplies of mangoes out of Mexico are currently higher than last year. “Due to fruit maturity, the…

Asoex to denounce New Zealand internationally for 'kiwi monopoly'
Zespri's position in the kiwi market has been under the industry's eye for years. After 35 years in…

Washington apple crop assessment still being determined
This year’s Washington apple crop is a difficult one to predict. “The initial estimate is for 108…

IFPA announces new council focused on Controlled Environment Agriculture
International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has formed a new volunteer leadership council…

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW APPLES
As a staple fruit, apples remain ever popular in households worldwide. Many production areas,…

Abrafrutas

The historic drought in the Northern Hemisphere and its effects
The European Drought Observatory's August report indicates that 47% of Europe is on alert, with a…

2022-2023 onion crop to see strong demand and strong pricing
It should be a year of strong pricing. This is what John Harris of Paradigm Fresh says of the onion…

Washington pear harvest sees later start to season
Like apples in Washington, pear harvest is also delayed. “We’re just getting rolling. Typically we…

Canada: Underground farm in Quebéc to grow over 16 crops year-round
“Our Forges are commercially viable, as we expect our facilities to generate profit within three to…

Iceberg lettuce pricing plateauing but expected to stay elevated in the fall
While general industry supplies of iceberg lettuce are ample, humidity and high temperatures are…

How does retail technology help drive produce purchasing?
Undoubtedly, the pandemic escalated consumers' comfort levels with online shopping. However,…

CDFA

California lemon acreage experienced biggest increase of all citrus types
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has released its 2022 California Citrus…

Good upcoming garlic export season expected from Argentina
“This year, weather conditions in Argentina have been very beneficial for the quality of our…

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