NEW YORK, N.Y. – As population and per-capita consumption growth slows in the U.S., fresh produce marketers may be wise to focus on faster-expanding markets in Asia and Africa.

U.S. fresh-market apple holdings on Dec. 1 were off 16% from year-ago levels, according to a new report from the U.S. Apple Association.

Chicago-based Agrow Fresh Produce Co. is introducing a new steam bag for petite potatoes, said Ed Romanelli, vice president of sales and marketing.

Competing for online  grocery shoppers is a dominant trend for leading Chicago retailers.

Mother Nature’s unpredictable ways have increased the importance of having geographic diversity in sourcing lemons.

Check out the above chart showing the shortfall in shipments of romaine in early December compared with a year ago.

Belgium-based Tomra is increasing its investment in China.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is providing some late-season relief for California grape growers. 

The premium paid for organic produce is a moving target, and it is far from standard for fresh produce commodities.

Mexican avocado exports to the U.S. will remain strong in 2018-19, according to a new report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.