Post Archive
NZ: Dan Mathieson takes the helm as new Zespri CEO
Mathieson enters the role following an "impressive track record" over 15 years, while former CEO Lain Jager has been acknowledged for his service in facing kiwifruit industry challenges and doubling volume over the course of his tenure.
September 25 , 2017
Canadian govt hails new trade opportunities with Europe through CETA
Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay has highlighted berries as a product that stands to benefit from the deal's tariff cuts.
September 25 , 2017
U.S.: Georgia peach season wrapped up far earlier than normal
Prices were said to have been much higher than normal during the season, but not nearly as high as they needed to be to compensate for the huge crop loss.
September 23 , 2017
Hurricane Maria brings flooding to Dominican Republic banana plantations
While there has been some damage related to strong winds, most of the problems are due to rainfall and flooding.
September 22 , 2017
U.S.: Apio donates salads to Irma victims in Florida
The announcement comes just weeks after the company gave a similar donation to the victims of Hurricane Harvey in Houston.
September 22 , 2017
Aussie researchers discover rapid method for sterile fruit fly production
The development "could have major benefits for the world’s production of sterile flies and other insects".
September 22 , 2017
Vietnam ships first ever dragon fruit exports to Australia
The fruit is allowed into Australia under strict protocol procedures including hot vapor treatment.
September 22 , 2017
World Kiwifruit Conference to take place in Shaanxi, China
Chinese and New Zealand groups are reportedly expected to sign a strategic cooperation agreement on kiwifruit technology during the event.
September 22 , 2017
Spanish mango season running two weeks early
The crop is however expected to be lighter given one set of flowering was damaged by rains.
September 22 , 2017
State of the Market - Week 37, 2017
Avocado prices rose in the European market in week 37 thanks to increased demand.
September 21 , 2017
