Farm Credit Canada (FCC), Canada's specialized lender for agriculture and agri-food, has announced a $2 billion investment by 2030 to drive innovation in Canadian agriculture and food technologies, including devices, research, and methods aimed at enhancing efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. read more

Supply of papayas from Mexico seems to be limited, but the current difference is in the demand. Lance Peterson from Super Starr International stated, "It's not so much about the supply as it is the demand which has been kind of soft." This trend has been ongoing for the last. read more

The team of Suntory Flowers has recently returned from a global meeting at Suntory Flowers in Japan. The meeting gathered their divisions from five different countries – Japan, USA, Australia, China, and The Netherlands. "It was a great opportunity to share what we're doing in each market and..." read more

Every spring, the University of Leeds comes alive with vibrant colors as thousands of blooming bulbs signal the arrival of the season. Behind this beautiful display lies a story of community involvement, digital innovation, and careful planning, all brought to life through... read more

Canada's pea industry is experiencing a significant development as India has announced an extension of duty-free access for yellow peas until March 31, 2026, beyond the original deadline of May 31. Greg Cherewyk, the president of Pulse Canada, recognizes the significance of this timing, especially considering the challenges faced in China. He hopes that the Indian market will help compensate for the reduced access elsewhere. read more

The Washington DC-based Global Labor Justice has urged multinational fruit company Chiquita to go back to Panama and rehire approximately 6,500 workers who were fired from their positions in late May and early June following a disagreement over pension reforms. read more

Exporting around 30 per cent of total production, mainly to its northern neighbor every year, and selling the rest on the domestic market, the easy accessibility of the US has always made it the natural export market for Mexican mango exporters, with producers seemingly satisfied. read more

For years, Mexican pepper growers have been important suppliers to the North American market, along with Canadian growers. Feeling Fresh, based in the Netherlands, coordinates the supply from multiple Mexican greenhouses to John Vena Inc. Specialty Produce in Philadelphia. These Mexican peppers are then delivered. read more

After two days, Floriexpo 2025 is coming to a close today. The expo is being held at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It is one of the largest high-volume B2B floral shows in North America, bringing together floral category vendors with mass market floral buyers. read more

The 2025 season was supposed to be a breakthrough for many Polish raspberry producers conducting modern cultivation in tunnels. Unfortunately, instead of success, many of them are struggling with a dramatic situation. Despite preparing the infrastructure and investing hundreds of thousands of złoty. read more

This week, growers and shippers of Mexican grapes are evaluating their crops after Sunday's rains, which had different effects in various regions of the country. "In Guaymas and La Costa, there was minimal rainfall. In Pesqueira, our farm received 4.4 mm of rain, and in Caborca, the amount varied depending on the location." read more

Oranges remain one of the most popular fruits globally, enjoyed for their sweet taste, juiciness, and high vitamin C content. As of 2025, global orange production is estimated at around 76.41 million metric tons. Among the many countries that cultivate oranges, five stand out for producing the. read more

Mexico has exported its first shipment of pitahayas to the US using an innovative new phytosanitary treatment. read more

The Magdalena and La Guajira Banana Growers Association (Asbama) has warned that roadblocks in the municipality of Zona Bananera, one of Colombia’s biggest banana producing regions, have paralyzed exports, generating substantial losses and jeopardizing thousands of jobs in the area. read more

Mexico has exported its first shipment of pitahaya to the US using an innovative new phytosanitary treatment. read more

Omar stated, "We have concentrated on improving efficiency, meaning producing more within the same area. This summarizes the strategy of the Costa Rican banana sector, which has maintained its cultivated area at around 42,000 hectares for over 15 years, prioritizing productivity over expansion." read more

"Był to trudny sezon w Stanach Zjednoczonych z powodu cła, które USA nałożyły na Peru, podobnie jak na większość krajów, ale nie na Meksyk. Główne wyzwania w tym miejscu to silna konkurencja z Meksyku, błędny wizerunek awokado peruwiańskiego oraz surowe." read more

Ananases z Kostaryki mają obecnie dobrą podaż. "Po kilku latach minimalnego wpływu naturalnego kwitnienia na Kostaryce, teraz mamy szczyt produkcji" - mówi Adriana Garcia z Chestnut Hill Farms. "Wolumeny są obfite, a jakość na naszych fermach jest doskonała. read more

Last week, the RMCG group conducted an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) workshop aimed at reducing chemical usage in the cut flower industry of New South Wales. The workshop took place at the Brimstone Waratahs site in The Oaks, NSW, 2570. Its purpose was to educate and enhance the skills of growers in pest management. read more

Citing Panamanian Labor Minister Jackeline Muñoz de Cedeño, Reuters reports that about 1,500 banana workers employed by Chiquita across the country are set to be dismissed after they went on strike against planned social security reforms. read more