Larger Florida citrus crop expected

Larger Florida citrus crop expected
The USDA has published its initial crop forecast for the 2023/24 Florida citrus season, with numbers up in all categories. Total orange volumes are predicted to increase to 20.5m boxes […]
Wed 08/11/2023 by Richard Wilkinson

USDA pesticide data shows positive results

USDA pesticide data shows positive results
Results of a USDA study indicate low levels of pesticide in fruits and vegetables in the US, with its Pesticide Data Program (PDP) report finding “over 99% of all foods […]
Wed 11/01/2023 by Richard Wilkinson

Japan’s cherry crop rebounds

Japan’s cherry crop rebounds
Japan’s 2022/23 cherry production has recovered following last year’s frost-damaged campaign, while peach and nectarine production continues to expand. According to a USDA report, stone fruit consumption in the country […]
Tue 23/08/2022 by Richard Wilkinson

US apple exports slip slightly in 2020-21

<strong>US apple exports slip </strong>slightly in 2020-21
Although some destinations saw big gains, US apple growers are waiting for the Biden administration to move forward on trade issues to recover export markets.
Mon 27/06/2022 by Nadia Venticinque

Argentina’s apple and pear crops shrink

Argentina’s apple and pear crops shrink
Argentina’s deciduous fruit crop for 2021/22 is estimated to decrease by 7%, due to unexpected frost that affected the crops at the beginning of October 2021, according to USDA data. […]
Thu 23/06/2022 by Richard Wilkinson

US fruit imports surge in January and February

US fruit imports surge in January and February
US fruit imports jumped by 23% y-o-y to a record $4.9bn during January and February this year, with fresh, frozen and processed categories all seeing double-digit growth, according to USDA […]
Thu 05/05/2022 by Richard Wilkinson

ANUFOOD Brazil 2022 to be held on April 12-14

ANUFOOD Brazil 2022 to be held on April 12-14
ANUFOOD Brazil is an exclusive trade show for the food and beverage sector powered by Anuga. It is the only event in Latin America dedicated to the companies of various […]
Thu 03/03/2022 by Richard Wilkinson

Decline of Japan’s mandarin production continues

Decline of Japan’s mandarin production continues
Japan’s mandarin production continues to be hit by labour shortages and reduced consumption, according to a report by USDA. Shipping challenges and rising prices are also projected to reduce consumption […]
Mon 27/12/2021 by Richard Wilkinson

Argentina’s apple and pear crops to remain stable

Argentina’s apple and pear crops to remain stable
Argentina’s 2021/22 apple and pear crops are projected to remain relatively stable at 570,000 tons and 590,000 tons respectively, according to USDA data. Apple exports are expected to increase to […]
Thu 02/12/2021 by Richard Wilkinson

Colombian mangos gain access to US

Colombian mangos gain access to US
Colombia’s fresh mangoes are now authorised to be imported to the US market. A release by USDA pest management agency APHIS said: “Based on the findings of a pest risk […]
Tue 30/11/2021 by Richard Wilkinson

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