U.S.: Giumarra starts kiwiberry import season from NZ

The group recommends that even though the fruit is related to the kiwifruit, it is best kept in the refrigerated berry section to capitalize on popularity.

February 16 , 2017

Peru: Higher blueberry, grape volumes spur on Camposol's Q4 earnings

The majority of the US$24.8 million Camposol invested in 2016 was focused on the blueberry category.

February 16 , 2017

Mixed results for Australian apple exports in Asia, report finds

Australian apple exports are on track to reach 5,200MT for 2016, which would be the highest result since 2006.

February 16 , 2017

"Vertical Integration" key for BayWa, T&G Global

T&G's forecast revenue for 2022 would imply a 140% growth rate, so we asked executives how this might be possible.

February 16 , 2017

Chilean cherry growers must act now to produce strong 2017-18 crop, warns industry rep

A cherry consultant says this season past season's quality left a lot to be desired.

February 16 , 2017

NZ: Positive news despite significant production decline, says NutriKiwi

The country's largest exporter into Australia says the upcoming crop is set to have high dry matter levels and large fruit sizings.

February 16 , 2017

MEPs back EU-Canada trade deal

The European parliament has voted in favor of a bilateral trade deal with Canada which could come into force as early as April.

February 16 , 2017

Chilean walnut industry projects 20% growth for 2017

An industry head is forecasting production volumes to double in the next five years as new plantings come fully online.

February 15 , 2017

Opinion: Consumers and retailers can redefine what ‘quality’ means

Waitrose fruit buyer Amy Lance examines the tipping point for consumer when buying fruit and explores whether quality requirements do more to restrict trade than enhance it.

February 15 , 2017

Ecuador: Wana Bana turns heads at Fruit Logistica

It's often the case at fresh produce events that certain stands attract a lot of traffic, not because they are particularly well-known but rather their rare products are so unfamiliar.

February 15 , 2017