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📉 US farmer sentiment hits new low as future outlook declinesThe latest Ag Economy Barometer shows a 10-point drop in Au...
05/09/2025

📉 US farmer sentiment hits new low as future outlook declines
The latest Ag Economy Barometer shows a 10-point drop in August, with future expectations falling to their lowest level since September 2024. While livestock producers are buoyed by strong cattle prices, crop producers are under pressure as commodity prices fall below break-even.

🔎 Explore what this means for the ag sector's road ahead.

https://www.freshfruitportal.com/news/2025/09/05/farmer-sentiment-august/

🍊 Fresh Del Monte debuts sweet Uruguayan oranges in EuropeA new sourcing milestone: Fresh Del Monte begins distribution ...
05/09/2025

🍊 Fresh Del Monte debuts sweet Uruguayan oranges in Europe
A new sourcing milestone: Fresh Del Monte begins distribution of its high-Brix, juice-packed oranges from Uruguay across major European markets. With varieties like Navel and Valencia, this expansion supports year-round freshness and resilience in the face of climate variability.

👉 Discover more about this strategic move.

https://www.freshfruitportal.com/news/2025/09/05/fresh-del-monte-oranges/

📊 Camposol Reports Strong Sales Despite Profit Dip in H1 2025Camposol posted a 22% increase in sales in the first half o...
03/09/2025

📊 Camposol Reports Strong Sales Despite Profit Dip in H1 2025
Camposol posted a 22% increase in sales in the first half of 2025, totaling $222M, driven by a 38% rise in volumes sold (55,162 MT). However, net profit fell 17%, settling at $16M.

💬 CEO Ricardo Naranjo highlighted strong performance in blueberries and better-than-expected margins in grapes and mangoes. With a Net Debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 2.59x, Camposol remains under its target threshold for the fourth straight quarter.

📈 Full report now available.

https://www.freshfruitportal.com/news/2025/09/02/camposol-h1-2025-results/

🥑 Global Avocado Trade: Mixed Signals Across MarketsIn week 35, the avocado trade landscape showed diverging trends:🇺🇸 U...
03/09/2025

🥑 Global Avocado Trade: Mixed Signals Across Markets
In week 35, the avocado trade landscape showed diverging trends:
🇺🇸 U.S. imports rose 8% YoY, with Mexico still leading.
🇪🇺 Europe saw price spikes of up to 50% for large sizes despite a weekly dip in volume.

🇨🇳 China experienced a sharp slowdown—lowest import volumes in 4 years.

Meanwhile, Peru remains a powerhouse, shipping 941 containers and dominating EU market share.

📊 What does this mean for pricing, supply chains, and planning in the second half of 2025?

📖 Full story here:

https://www.freshfruitportal.com/news/2025/09/03/avocado-trade-mixed-trend/

🚀 From Chile to Brazil and Taiwan: The debut of Cosmic Crisp® applesWith a bold red color and a crisp, sweet bite, Cosmi...
03/09/2025

🚀 From Chile to Brazil and Taiwan: The debut of Cosmic Crisp® apples
With a bold red color and a crisp, sweet bite, Cosmic Crisp® makes its grand entrance into two highly discerning markets. San Clemente’s first commercial harvest is just the beginning.

💡 What does it take to build a premium apple brand across continents?
📦 1,300+ tons
🌱 120+ acres
🌍 Exclusive license from Chile to the world

🔗 Dive into the full story behind this strategic move and why it matters for the future of apple exports.

https://www.freshfruitportal.com/news/2025/09/03/san-clemente-cosmic-crisp/

🥑 Mission Produce Brings Global Avocado Expertise to Asia Fruit Logistica 2025From Peru to Mexico, and now to Asia—Missi...
02/09/2025

🥑 Mission Produce Brings Global Avocado Expertise to Asia Fruit Logistica 2025
From Peru to Mexico, and now to Asia—Mission Produce’s year-round supply strategy meets the demands of a growing market. With a vertically integrated network spanning California, Peru, Guatemala, and more, the company is set to showcase its quality-driven, ripened-to-perfection avocados in Hong Kong this September.

📍 Visit them at Hall 5, Booth
💬 Explore how innovation in ripening, sourcing, and distribution is fueling avocado growth across Asia.

Read more here:

https://www.freshfruitportal.com/news/2025/09/02/mission-produce-asia-fruit-logistica/

🥑 California Avocado Season Extends Through Fall with Record YieldsThe 2025 campaign is shaping up to be one of the stro...
02/09/2025

🥑 California Avocado Season Extends Through Fall with Record Yields
The 2025 campaign is shaping up to be one of the strongest in years, with production projections topping 375 million pounds. The California Avocado Commission is fueling momentum with promotional programs through October, spotlighting the premium value of California-grown fruit for retailers and consumers alike.

📈 Quality, volume, and smart marketing are defining this exceptional season.

💬 Find out how regional chains are benefiting and what’s driving this success.

https://www.freshfruitportal.com/news/2025/09/02/california-avocado/

Chiquita is back in Panama – and it's not just business as usual. 🍌After months of negotiations, the iconic banana produ...
01/09/2025

Chiquita is back in Panama – and it's not just business as usual. 🍌
After months of negotiations, the iconic banana producer announces its return to Bocas del Toro with a $30M investment and a commitment to create 5,000 jobs.
But what really changed since their sudden exit in July?

👀 Discover the full story behind this historic comeback and what it means for Panama’s banana industry.

📖 Read more in the article.

https://www.freshfruitportal.com/news/2025/08/29/chiquita-returns-panama/

🛌 Can a handful of walnuts be the secret to better sleep?A new study from the University of Barcelona finds that just 40...
29/08/2025

🛌 Can a handful of walnuts be the secret to better sleep?
A new study from the University of Barcelona finds that just 40 grams a day can improve sleep quality and reduce daytime sleepiness in healthy young adults.

🌰 Backed by science, walnuts are showing promise as a natural, food-based way to support your sleep routine—with boosts in melatonin, tryptophan, magnesium, and B vitamins.

📖 Curious about how this tiny nut may help you rest better?

👉 Read the full article for all the details.

https://www.freshfruitportal.com/news/2025/08/29/walnuts-better-sleep/

🌏 Ready to connect with the world of fresh produce?Asia Fruit Logistica 2025 returns stronger than ever with 760+ exhibi...
29/08/2025

🌏 Ready to connect with the world of fresh produce?

Asia Fruit Logistica 2025 returns stronger than ever with 760+ exhibitors from 43 countries, cutting-edge innovations, and networking opportunities you won't want to miss.

✨ From bold new products to market insights from global thought leaders—this is where the future of fresh produce takes shape.

🎟️ Book online before August 29 to skip the queues and save up to 40%.

🔗https://www.freshfruitportal.com/news/2025/08/29/asia-fruit-logistica-2025/

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At FreshFruitPortal.com we strive to keep our readers informed about the ever-changing world of the fruit and vegetable industry. We report on all that relates to the global horticultural supply chain, with a focus on trade, retail, innovation, organics, and scientific research relating to the North American and European markets.

We are the go-to information reference for retailers, foodservice distributors, growers, wholesalers, importers, exporters, suppliers, trade associations and researchers throughout the world.

Our main office is based in Santiago, Chile, where our multilingual team connects with a network of correspondents abroad, giving us an up and close view of the latest and most relevant news.

FreshFruitPortal.com is the sister company of PortalFruticola.com – the leading source of news for the Latin American horticultural industry – and Mandarin-language ChinaFruitPortal.com. All three companies are part of the Yentzen Group, a leading provider of marketing and communications solutions for the global produce industry.