asparagus

Bad weather limits Peruvian asparagus exports

June 29th, 2023 — Peruvian Asparagus Importers Association discussed the asparagus industry 2023 production difficulties at their June 22nd, PAIA...

2 years ago 2 minute read

Michigan Asparagus unveils video series

DeWitt, Mich. – June 5, 2023 – The Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board (MAAB) BB #:162478 is thrilled to announce the...

2 years ago 2 minute read

2023 Michigan asparagus season kicks off

DEWITT, MICH. – The Michigan Asparagus season is almost here, and consumers are excited to head into stores to incorporate...

2 years ago 3 minute read

Asparagus, mangos, blueberries lead Peruvian exports

In the first two months of 2023, Peruvian exports by air reached 14,502 tons, reflecting a contraction of 2.1 percent...

2 years ago 1 minute read

Washington asparagus hits stores this week

ELTOPIA, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE) — Washington State’s family farmers and packers are readying for the 2022 season with their fresh, vibrant...

2 years ago 2 minute read

ProduceIQ: Winter storm roils Western markets

It’s not every day that snow in LA County is responsible for flight delays across the U.S. Winter storm Piper...

2 years ago 4 minute read

Peruvian asparagus exports slip in 2022

Peru closed the 2022 export season with negative results, primarily due to the increase in the production in Europe, as...

2 years ago 4 minute read

ProduceIQ: Another winter storm stresses markets

Cool weather tightens domestic supply and ups overall produce prices. For the second week in a row, a winter storm...

3 years ago 3 minute read

Peru fresh asparagus exports nearly reach 100MM kilos

According to the National Superintendence of Customs and Tax Administration (Sunat), from January to November 6 (up to week 45)...

3 years ago 1 minute read

ProduceIQ: Overall prices fall during heat-driven volatility

Overall industry prices are falling quickly into August and will likely continue through the month. That said, the ProduceIQ Index...

3 years ago 4 minute read

ProduceIQ: Back-to-school demand can’t stop softening produce prices

Summer break is ending, and back to school is just around the corner. For those with kids heading back to...

3 years ago 5 minute read

Peruvian vegetable exports decrease by 3%

Most people expected the growth of Peruvian vegetable exports to continue this year. However, from January to May 2022, vegetable...

3 years ago 1 minute read

Why asparagus is a good fit for mechanical harvest

The produce industry sometimes talks about automation as members of a cult talk about a long-overdue messiah. Sometimes the prospect...

3 years ago 3 minute read

PAIA releases fresh asparagus statistics report

The Peruvian Asparagus Importers Association (PAIA) has released its 2021/2022 Fresh Asparagus Statistics, Category Trends and Demographics Report. The U.S....

3 years ago 2 minute read

ProduceIQ: Hot week coast-to-coast sees prices drop

In time for Father’s Day lunch, seasonal items are filling up the produce section of your favorite retailer. Flavorful cherries,...

3 years ago 5 minute read

Michigan asparagus season in full swing

Dewitt, Mich. — As they do every year, consumers eagerly awaited the arrival of this season’s crop of Michigan asparagus,...

3 years ago 3 minute read

Peruvian asparagus imports continue to climb

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  May 16, 2022 — Peruvian fresh asparagus continues to enjoy a prominent place in the U.S. market. In...

3 years ago 3 minute read

Washington asparagus hits stores this week

ELTOPIA, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–From the first spears poking up, to picking and packing, Washington State’s 2023 asparagus season is underway. Consumers...

3 years ago 3 minute read

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