Post Archive

Zespri in Shanghai

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May 04 , 2015

Russia clamps down on Serbian apple trade

Russian authorities have vowed to limit imports of Serbian apples in an attempt to stop the re-export trade of EU-grown fruit.
April 30 , 2015

Latin American desire for new brands 'outpaces other parts of globe'

The head of Nielsen Perishables Group talks about how retailers and growers might be missing a trick in the Latin American market.
April 30 , 2015

Dutch development plans follow The Greenery and WDP Nederland agreement

WDP Nederland will be making substantial investments in two facilities operated by produce company The Greenery.
April 30 , 2015

USDA announces US$18.3M bonus buy of U.S. apples

In a time of excess supply, the USDA has pledged to make its largest apple purchase in history.
April 30 , 2015

Russia whacks temporary ban on Bangladeshi potatoes

Bangladeshi potato exports to Russia have skyrocketed in recent years, but now the world's largest country has banned shipments citing phytosanitary risks.
April 30 , 2015

Peru: Sociedad Agricola Virú denies fault after violent strike

A Peruvian asparagus and artichoke company has refuted allegations it manipulated financial accounts to avoid paying workers a share of its profits.
April 30 , 2015

"Banana selling prices are too low", claims Fresh Del Monte CEO

Mohammad Abu-Ghazaleh says banana prices will have to rise after years staying still despite inflation and higher production costs.
April 30 , 2015

CMA CGM Group grows presence in India

Global transportation and shipping company the CMA CGM Group is reinforcing its position in India with a new acquisition.
April 30 , 2015

NZ: IKGA slams Zespri over "GFree" in Italy

While G3 kiwifruit blocks are selling for more than NZ$100,000 per hectare in New Zealand, some growers are wondering why their Italian counterparts are getting licenses for free.
April 30 , 2015