Post Archive
U.S. ports give assurances over fruit & veg trade
U.S. port operators make their calls on what strikes would imply if the ILA and USMX can't reach an agreement.
December 27 , 2012
Chinese sand pears set for January premiere in U.S. market
After years of talks, the U.S. will open its doors to Chinese sand pears in the beginning of the new year.
December 27 , 2012
Opinion: getting through Psa dark days with lighter sprays
Jon Lowy questions the intensity and frequency of kiwifruit vine disease sprays.
December 27 , 2012
U.S.: ILA issues port strike preparation instructions
With a strike looming, containerized goods may stay put at U.S. ports, with the exception of fresh foods.
December 24 , 2012
Germany: Hapag-Lloyd and Hamburg Süd consider merger
Germany's Hapag-Lloyd and Hamburg Süd could become one of the world's largest shipping companies.
December 19 , 2012
European association to unite co-ops for better farmer returns
French and Belgian growers have formed FRESHCOOP, and plan to expand their European scope.
December 18 , 2012
U.S. mango importers feeling impact of regulations
A mango recall earlier in the year has meant more inspections and big questions at the U.S. border.
December 18 , 2012
Triple the volume, new markets for Chilean FreshAtacama grapes
A Chilean early grape quality seal has been flooded with interest for this season.
December 17 , 2012
Opinion: does the British banana market make sense?
Banana Link's Alistair Smith questions whether trade will move from value-stripping to value enhancement.
December 17 , 2012
New invasive fly detected in northern South Africa
The fruit fly Bactrocera invadens has been detected again in South Africa, prompting quarantine action.
December 17 , 2012
