Post Archive
South Africa: Table grape crop holds steady in latest forecast
Close to normal export volumes will continue for at least the next four weeks, but a shorter tail-end of the harvest is expected.
February 06 , 2018
Chile: Low chill hour accumulation could impact citrus quality for coming season
Citrus consultant Julio Cornejo also said he expected mandarin production to rise by a third this year.
February 06 , 2018
Cold weather in Spain hits vegetable production for second year
Wholesale market prices of lettuce from southern Spain reportedly rose by 50% between December and January.
February 06 , 2018
U.S.: 'Optimism' for upcoming California avocado deal with increased volumes
However, a high supply level could present challenges in the market.
February 05 , 2018
Peru expects sharp uptick in banana exports during 2018
The increase is attributed to the industry's ongoing recovery from the devastating floods in 2016-17.
February 05 , 2018
ATGA CEO expects "very good year" for Aussie table grapes
Hot weather has brought about early ripening for Crimson Seedless, and in general growers are seeing very high sugar levels in the bunches.
February 05 , 2018
The Packaging Pitch: Are online produce sales good or bad for your brand?
After years of branding development within the fresh produce category, the industry faces another wave of commoditization if current online sales practices continue (unless you're in China).
February 05 , 2018
South Africa: CGA lists key issues for citrus sector in 2018
Justin Chadwick expects Western and Eastern Cape citrus exports to be impacted by the drought this year, but on a positive note he said there should be progress in market access initiatives.
February 05 , 2018
NZ ag industry to aid smallholder Indian farmers in new partnership
The World Bank-funded three-year project aims to improve production of a northern province's key fruit crops, including apples, summerfruit, and tropical fruits.
February 05 , 2018
Kenya lifts Fuerte avocado export ban
"The temporary ban was a wake-up call for the exporters," says Selina Wamucii CEO John Oroko.
February 02 , 2018
