Post Archive
NZ lemon grower proves climate isn't everything
They may be in one of the world's "most marginal" regions for citrus, but with the right growing practices T&G has been able to help satisfy booming demand for lemons in Asia.
June 28 , 2017
Union urges European-wide dock worker strikes
A two-hour walkout is planned for June 29 across the continent in support of stevedores battling against Spanish government proposals to reform labour laws.
June 28 , 2017
NZ kiwifruit revenue to surge 135% by 2030, economists predict
The estimate is based on prices holding steady in the face of a huge influx of gold kiwifruit supply.
June 27 , 2017
Two Del Montes team up for JV in retail, refrigerated groceries
Two major fruit companies with similar names have put litigation to rest and are taking a step forward as business partners.
June 27 , 2017
Uzbek president dismantles fresh produce export monopoly
UzAgroExport, set up in 2016, ended up presenting bureaucratic obstacles for growers.
June 27 , 2017
Climate change drives Indian apple farms to higher altitudes
Rising temperatures in the major Indian apple-growing state of Himachal Pradesh are pushing cultivation to higher areas.
June 27 , 2017
U.K.: Speedy one-hour home delivery service courtesy of new Tesco app
Customers in certain parts of London can get their fruit, vegetables and other groceries delivered to their door in just 60 minutes, with a two-hour delivery option also available.
June 27 , 2017
NZ: Kiwifruit Claim plaintiffs confident ahead of August High Court date against MPI
"I congratulate the industry for their continued marketing plan within the world. That’s all good, but that doesn’t take away the fact that there were losses," says claim chairman John Cameron.
June 26 , 2017
Western Growers to award highest honor to pioneer David Gill
The co-founder of Gill's Onions has been able to overcome adversity to become an example of visionary leadership for the produce industry.
June 26 , 2017
Avocados from Peru steps up to the plate with U.S. baseball promotions
It's not quite Avocados from Mexico at the Super Bowl, but the Peruvian avocado industry is also using sport to leverage its brand.
June 26 , 2017
