Friday, September 17, 2021 - Karen Davidson

The U.S.-based Produce Marketing Association has decided it will be unable to put on Fresh Summit 2021 scheduled for October 28-30 in New Orleans, Louisiana, due to the impacts of Hurricane Ida and Tropical Storm Nicholas.

Monday, August 23, 2021 - Karen Davidson

U.S. Apple is predicting that the 2021-22 crop year will exceed 11.1 billion pounds or 265.4 million bushels. That’s up from a year ago, but 1.3 per cent less than the five-year production average. The Red Delicious apple variety is produced in the largest volume.

Monday, July 26, 2021 - Karen Davidson

The U.S. International Trade Commission has ruled that Mexican raspberries are not a trade threat to the Washington state processed raspberry market. Neither is Canada’s small raspberry sector, concentrated near Abbotsford, British Columbia. The final report contains a chapter of insightful statistical analysis of fresh and frozen markets in Canada.

Wednesday, July 7, 2021 - Karen Davidson

Washington State has reversed guidance to its fully vaccinated farm workers, releasing them from having to wear a mask or socially distance to work or in congregate housing. Farm groups lobbied for the change.

Saturday, May 29, 2021 - Karen Davidson

While USDA forecasts a record $164 billion in ag exports for 2021, none of that increase is expected in fruits or vegetables.

Saturday, May 22, 2021 - Karen Davidson

The annual crop and outlook marketing conference of the U.S. Apple Association will take place in person August 19-20 in Chicago.