Post Archive

NZ: Seeka says packhouse fire shoudn't impact on 'operational performance'

Seeka's insurance claim following a packhouse fire has been accepted.
March 16 , 2015

Industry veteran to head up Capespan South Africa

A former head of the Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum (FPEF) will join Capespan South Africa as managing director in May.
March 13 , 2015

Chinese greenhouse cherries cash in on early market

Greenhouse production means small volumes of fresh Chinese cherries, blueberries and nectarines are already hitting the market.
March 13 , 2015

Australia: FAO rep optimistic despite TR4 doom and gloom

A plant disease expert believes Queensland will be able to contain the suspected case of TR4.
March 13 , 2015

U.S.: Dole at odds with Delaware appraisal laws

Dole executives have reportedly said they may consider moving the business out of Delaware if appraisal laws aren't changed.
March 13 , 2015

Israeli bred grape tomato commercialized in Mexico

Seed company Hazera said its 'Olivia' tomato provides growers with consistent sizing and sugar levels.
March 13 , 2015

U.S.: Retail penetration hits new heights for Opal apples

It's been a tough season for most of the U.S. apple industry, but not for growers of the increasingly popular Opal variety.
March 13 , 2015

Mexico: Hail damages avocado production in key Michoacan region

Growers say much of the damage to avocado production caused by adverse weather this week in the Michoacan region of Uruapan is irreversible.
March 13 , 2015

Indian deal could be lifeline for Polish apple sector

Poland's Fruit Union president is positive about the recent visit of the country's agriculture minister to India.
March 13 , 2015

Calavo to expand Mexican avocado packing operations

Calavo Growers is already banking on the expected opening of the U.S. market for avocados grown in Jalisco.
March 12 , 2015