Post Archive
British growers gear up for blackberry boom
Sales have doubled for the British blackberry sector, which is in revival with sweeter varieties.
October 13 , 2014
CSO expects slight rise for Italian kiwifruit production in 2014
CSO's Elisa Macchi says the Italian kiwifruit industry cannot afford to rest on its laurels.
October 10 , 2014
U.K.: Romanian fruit picker ruling in question
An anti-slavery enforcement authority has slammed a decision to give a small fine given to an orchard manager in Northern Ireland.
October 10 , 2014
Cancer-fighting properties of Australian berry revealed
A berry from northern Australia has destroyed cancerous tumours in 75% of clinical tests.
October 09 , 2014
Agronometrics to launch commercial service
After almost three months testing the waters with a trial run for potential clients around the world, Agronometrics plans to go live today with its fruit market data service.
October 09 , 2014
Ghana makes headway for produce re-entry in Europe
Education programs have been key for helping Ghanaian farmers train up for exporting to Europe once more.
October 08 , 2014
NZ: Kiwifruit Claim co-founder withdraws from case
A key figure has pulled out of a claim against the New Zealand government, but another plaintiff has emphasized that participating growers will have no liabilities if the case fails.
October 07 , 2014
Colombian avocado industry expects strong export future
Due to new avocado plantings and a recent focus on certification, Colombia is expecting 600% export growth by 2018.
October 07 , 2014
Italy: Adfruit aims for direct kiwifruit exports to China
Italian kiwifruit companies are finding it difficult to get the volumes requested by large Chinese importers.
October 06 , 2014
U.S. revokes Canada reciprocity agreement
Canadian produce companies are no longer protected by the U.S. payment protection system PACA.
October 06 , 2014
