Marieke Hemmes

SnapDragon, Ruby Frost, and Sunrise Magic are three apple brands that were developed in the U.S. and are available for commercialization in other parts of the world.

Last week, an update was published on the Peruvian blueberry season. The production curve has shifted forward this year, resulting in an earlier start and an earlier build-up of volume.

As Asia's fresh produce markets continue to grow and evolve, the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) is strengthening its regional presence

Berry supply is currently moving through its usual seasonal transitions. "Supplies across the four main berry categories remain generally positive

The Peruvian ginger season started late May, early June and supply as well as shipments are steady.

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California's table grape season got underway two to three weeks earlier than normal, creating an immediate overlap with Mexico and bringing a large volume of varieties onto the market sooner than expected.

Washington tree fruit is standing out in the U.S. produce freight market this week, with Yakima Valley showing the strongest week-over-week increase and the highest year-over-year premiums across the board.

Renewed trade tensions between Canada and the U.S. are beginning to influence fresh produce trade flows, with Canadian consumers and retailers showing a growing preference for alternatives to U.S. product.

Peruvian ginger is entering one of its strongest quality periods of the year, with fully mature product now arriving in North America.