South Africa is gearing up for a larger apple crop in 2026, a development that could shape fruit prices and availability in Toronto’s multicultural markets—especially for Latino families who rely on fresh produce year-round. Below we break down what’s driving the growth, why pear volumes are moving in the opposite
Mangos have traveled a long road from being a rare tropical curiosity to claiming a prime spot in North American produce aisles. As the United States races toward a projected 550 000 metric-ton market by 2026, Latino communities in multicultural hubs like Toronto can tap into fresh business, culinary, and
Each January, the global produce market waits to see how Chile’s cherry harvest will perform. This year, San Antonio Terminal Internacional (STI)—Chile’s busiest fruit gateway—has wrapped up the 2025 season with record-breaking results that will echo all the way to fruit aisles and restaurantes latinos in Toronto. The Numbers Behind
Strawberries are stealing the spotlight south of the border, and the ripple effect is already being felt in Canadian produce aisles—especially in multicultural hubs like Toronto. Below we unpack why U.S. strawberry sales just hit a record, how 32-ounce packages are reshaping the market, and what savvy Latino consumers in
China has just set a new benchmark in the fresh-produce trade: its table-grape exports to Russia tripled in 2025, hitting 47.7 thousand tons and a record US $81 million in value. Below we unpack what is fueling this surge and why the news matters to Latino consumers, entrepreneurs, and importers
Toronto’s Latino community has never shied away from growing the flavors of home—even when the Canadian climate says otherwise. If you are determined to harvest juicy, aromatic mangos on your balcony, in a greenhouse, or at a small urban farm, understanding plant growth regulators (PGRs) and natural phytohormones is your
Good news for everyone in Toronto who can’t imagine a Sunday without guacamole or a perfectly sliced avocado on their arepa: Latin American producers are reporting a sharp drop in losses caused by la marchitez del laurel (Laurel Wilt Disease). Below, we break down what’s happening, why it matters, and
When winter grips Canada, fresh fruit on Toronto shelves often comes from the opposite side of the globe. One of the stars of that counter-seasonal supply is the South African table grape, a favourite among Latino households for its sweetness and versatility. With the 2025-26 harvest now at its halfway
Each February, Fruit Logistica turns Berlin into the world’s produce capital. In 2026, the spotlight will be on MAF RODA, a French–Spanish powerhouse in post-harvest technology, which plans to recreate an entire “MAF RODA Village” inside the Messe Berlin fairgrounds. For Latino growers, importers, and retailers based in the Greater
Whether they end up in your lunch box, a fruit salad, or your next fiesta, fresh table grapes from Mexico have become a staple for Latino households across Toronto. Looking ahead to 2026, Mexican growers are signaling a season that could deliver more flavor, better varieties, and steadier supply—even in