Post Archive
Mexico takes Costa Rica to WTO over avocado suspension
Three major South American avocado supplying countries are stepping in to alieviate the supply gap left by Mexico in the Costa Rican market.
July 16 , 2015
Argentina to ship fresh table grapes to the Philippines
The Argentine government says the Philippine market opening is a 'big opportunity' for exporters, as table grapes represent 12% of the country's fresh fruit imports.
July 16 , 2015
Fresh Del Monte to invest US$250M in Philippine plantations
Fresh Del Monte Produce is investing US$250 million in the Philippine island of Palawan, far from the banana-growing heartland of Mindanao.
July 15 , 2015
Opinion: Russian produce market expectations amidst Import Embargo 2.0
The Russian food import embargo on sanctioning countries was presented as a boon for developing nations. For most, it was not.
July 15 , 2015
#pictureperfectplate garners "thousands" of submissions for Driscoll's contest
Berry-loving photographers have flocked to a Driscoll's social media competition focused on food art.
July 15 , 2015
Australia: Freshmax partners with anti-bullying group
Freshmax is launching a round of Sumo Citrus mandarin TV ads to engage with consumers 'on both a healthy and ethical level'.
July 15 , 2015
Philippine banana exporters seek zero tariffs for Japan trade
A Philippine banana industry representative has described decreasing export volumes to Japan as an 'embarrassment', as the Asian market secures deals elsewhere.
July 15 , 2015
State of the Market - Week 28, 2015
A recent 39% week-on-week boost in Japan's lemon stocks was not able to dent prices.
July 15 , 2015
Rainfall and snow disrupt farming operations in northern Chile
Snowfall has damaged some vineyards in the key northern Chilean table grape region of Copiapó.
July 14 , 2015
India: Tamil Nadu banana valley venture 'a game changer'
Inspired by Chiquita's growing methods, a group of Tamil Nadu banana farmers has forged a business model that gives strong returns and sweeter fruit than the Latin American competition.
July 14 , 2015
