Iraq fruit import restrictions to cause Middle East overload

Iraq fruit import closures will likely hit Dubai markets hard, but Iran sanctions may be lifted for some fruits.

February 03 , 2012

Chilean blueberry exports begin descent

Chile's blueberry harvesting will mostly be focused on the Elliott variety for the rest of the season.

February 03 , 2012

Kenya bans dimethoate

European buyer backlash has led Kenya to ban its use of dimethoate on crops.

February 02 , 2012

U.S.: Oregon State University launches purple tomato

Oregon State University has released an anthocyanin-rich purple tomato called "Indigo Rose".

February 01 , 2012

NZ blueberry industry concerned for global value falls

As a niche air freight blueberry exporter, New Zealand is concerned about what higher global production might mean.

January 30 , 2012

Ecuador plans to bolster Hass avocado planting

If Ecuador can develop a strong Hass avocado industry it could potentially produce for the whole year.

January 27 , 2012

U.S. puts pressure on Indonesia over Jakarta port closure plans

Fruit exporters from Washington State, California and Australia discuss the impacts of a potential Jakarta port closure.

January 26 , 2012

India aims for commercial avocado trials

India's avocado industry has identified several regions with strong Hass-growing potential.

January 26 , 2012

New competitiveness measures proposed for Argentine pome fruit

Argentina's pome fruit industry needs to adapt to an environment of higher costs and declining returns.

January 24 , 2012

Auckland port strikes unlikely to impact NZ fruit exports

New Zealand's fruit industry says strikes in Auckland will not significantly affect the movement of produce.

January 24 , 2012