Poland: Appolonia sends first exports to China

After years of negotiations to gain access to China, the association has set a goal of 200 containers for the season.

February 15 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 6, 2017

The U.S. blueberry market was strengthening in week 6 thanks to increased demand and lower arrival volumes.

February 15 , 2017

Italy: Southern Seed samples new mini-melons at Fruit Logistica

No, this is not a tennis ball.

February 14 , 2017

Uruguay 'migrating' citrus exports to U.S., China

The EU has traditionally been a leading market for Uruguayan fruit growers, but tariffs are pushing exports elsewhere.

February 14 , 2017

Costa Rica achieved record banana exports in 2016

Favorable weather conditions and higher-yielding plants reportedly helped push up industry returns to US$986 million.

February 14 , 2017

Australian govt supports changes to Horticulture Code of Conduct

AUSVEG has welcomed the future reforms to the mandatory industry code, saying they will boost transparency and accountability.

February 14 , 2017

California: Heavy rainfall brings flooding to San Joaquin

A California citrus industry representative says while this winter's heavy rainfall has delayed harvesting activities, overall "nobody is complaining".

February 14 , 2017

Dutch CBS checks are "24 times less effective", claims Spain's Citrus Management Committee

The Citrus Growers Association of Southern Africa denies that European countries carry out their inspection activities in a different manner to each other.

February 14 , 2017

U.S.: 2016-17 Florida orange forecast continues to fall

The USDA's Agricultural Statistics Board's has pegged Florida's orange forecast 1% lower than in January.

February 13 , 2017

Argentina apple exporters look to "regain ground in Brazilian market"

Unfavorable exchange rates continue to plague the Argentine pome fruit industry, but Mexico may soon offer some relief to exporters.

February 13 , 2017