Post Archive
IBO makes its mark on the global produce map
The IBO is helping the industry make the most of substantial volume rises in the pipeline, and is calling for '100 Years of Blueberries' campaigns worldwide in 2016.
September 11 , 2015
China lifts quarantine on key Chilean avocado regions
Chile's Agriculture Minister says China's lifting of quarantine measures for three regions is excellent news, highlighting avocado exports had been the 'biggest concern'.
September 10 , 2015
Fresh Chilean cranberries gain access to U.S. market
APHIS says all the comments it received regarding Chile's potential access to the market had supported the importation.
September 10 , 2015
Colombian golden berry grower to rapidly expand production
A Colombian exporter says the first cold treatment-free cape gooseberries shipped to the U.S. have been a 'big success', and expects a big future in the North American market.
September 10 , 2015
Chilean mango imports rise six-fold since 2009
Mango-producing countries like Peru and Ecuador may be looking afar for commercial opportunities, but they have a rapidly growing market right on their door step.
September 10 , 2015
U.K.: Giant tomato competition calls in DNA experts to deter cheats
The director of a London flower show says while giant fruit growing is great fun, it also has 'a serious side'.
September 10 , 2015
Australia: Aldi sees double-digit vegetable sales growth
Estimates suggest the German-headquartered retail chain has captured around 11% of Australia’s east coast supermarket business.
September 10 , 2015
Pipfruit NZ forecasts successive apple export records
With New Zealand's apple exports already having set a record this season, Pipfruit NZ says 'significant and sustainable' growth can be expected in the future.
September 10 , 2015
U.S.: Lower volumes hit Limoneira profits in Q3
As well as revealing its financial results for its third fiscal quarter, Limoneira has announced a joint venture project with a real estate developer from which it expects to receive a total net cast flow of about US$100 million.
September 09 , 2015
State of the Market - Week 36, 2015
A large supply of Peruivan and Kenyan avocados in the European market pushed prices down in week 36.
September 09 , 2015
