Post Archive

Belgium: BelOrta’s berry evolution gathers pace with gooseberries

The Xenia variety is available slightly earlier than initially expected.
May 30 , 2016

Thailand moves up the ranks in NZ apple export markets

The Thai appetite for imported apples is on the rise, jumping 60% in the first four months of 2016.
May 30 , 2016

Sweet citrus export uptick on the cards for Argentina

The Argentine citrus industry is hopeful for a better year in oranges and easy peelers.
May 30 , 2016

‘Best start in four or five years’ for Mexican grapes

A short Chilean season left the market relatively empty for the first table grapes from Mexico, and prices are expected to remain high through June.
May 30 , 2016

EU partially relaxes citrus black spot rules for South Africa

One of the most significant relaxations concerns the CBS interception threshold of five.
May 27 , 2016

Avocado traders look forward to new origin for U.S. market

U.S. traders and Jalisco growers have responded to the much anticipated news about U.S. avocado access.
May 27 , 2016

Chinese mining company takes a punt on Chilean fruit production

When the copper market starts to stain, why not turn to grapes, blueberries and cactus pears?
May 27 , 2016

Mango health studies in the spotlight at NMB

Early results show mango consumption may improve intestinal health in humans, while animal tests have demonstrated further potential benefits.
May 27 , 2016

Opinion: Proposed wage changes go beyond what small farmers can pay

Western Growers CEO Tom Nassif responds to a recent LA Times editorial board column that was critical of California's overtime rules in agriculture.
May 27 , 2016

U.S. to allow Hass avocado imports from all Mexican states

It's been a long time coming, but as of late June Michoacán will not be the only Mexican state with the right to ship avocados to the United States.
May 26 , 2016