Post Archive
Let's not blow vegetable shortage "out of proportion", says Total Produce chief
A Total Produce executive discusses the recent EU vegetable crisis, Brexit implications, and a Brazilian acquisition that was quietly made last year.
February 15 , 2017
Opinion: Consumers and retailers can redefine what ‘quality’ means
Waitrose fruit buyer Amy Lance examines the tipping point for consumer when buying fruit and explores whether quality requirements do more to restrict trade than enhance it.
February 15 , 2017
Poland: Appolonia sends first exports to China
After years of negotiations to gain access to China, the association has set a goal of 200 containers for the season.
February 15 , 2017
State of the Market - Week 6, 2017
The U.S. blueberry market was strengthening in week 6 thanks to increased demand and lower arrival volumes.
February 15 , 2017
U.S.: Del Monte launches veggie noodle line
The U.S.-headquartered group is tapping into a recent consumer trend focusing on healthy alternatives to carb-heavy products.
February 14 , 2017
Italy: Southern Seed samples new mini-melons at Fruit Logistica
No, this is not a tennis ball.
February 14 , 2017
Uruguay 'migrating' citrus exports to U.S., China
The EU has traditionally been a leading market for Uruguayan fruit growers, but tariffs are pushing exports elsewhere.
February 14 , 2017
Costa Rica achieved record banana exports in 2016
Favorable weather conditions and higher-yielding plants reportedly helped push up industry returns to US$986 million.
February 14 , 2017
Australian govt supports changes to Horticulture Code of Conduct
AUSVEG has welcomed the future reforms to the mandatory industry code, saying they will boost transparency and accountability.
February 14 , 2017
Fresh produce takes greater perishables share at Lufthansa Cargo
A German airline executive notes an uptick in fruit and vegetable imports into Europe, with an added surge in re-exports to China.
February 14 , 2017
