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Robinson Fresh continues to grow its pineapple program from Central America, said Jose Rossignoli, vice president of global sourcing.

Supplies of fresh produce from Mexico will remain tight for a while, and f.o.b. prices will be higher than customers are used to paying, distributors say. Wicked weather is the culprit.

California pear season will begin by mid-July, bringing the first domestic pear supplies of the year.

They may be produced south of the border, but Mexican-grown avocados have played a pivotal role in bolstering the avocado industry in the U.S.

More growth opportunities are dead ahead for Latin American fruit and vegetable growers, according to a new 326-page report.

The Cal Poly Strawberry Center is inviting strawberry industry participation at its annual industry field day on July 18.

Mandarins continue to gain popularity throughout the U.S., grower-shippers say.

The citrus industry in California’s Ventura County is going to the dogs.

Fowler Packing Co. Inc., Fresno, Calif. will debut its Peelz mandarin brand in November, according to a news release.

Johnston Farms, Edison, Calif., is adding capacity to pack more satsuma mandarins during the peak season, said Derek Vaughn, citrus sales manager.