U.S.: California snowpack "way above average"

According to data from the U.S. Drought Monitor, the area of California under "extreme drought conditions" has reduced dramatically over the last year.

February 07 , 2017

Dutch group Levarht to co-invest in "biggest" NZ avocado orchard

Around 5,000MT of avocados are expected to be produced from the orchard, which will be established on the site of a current dairy farm.

February 06 , 2017

Spanish growing conditions improve as rationing hits U.K. supermarkets

The head of one European supplier says the weather in Spain has improved greatly from a few weeks ago, but expects the shortages to continue "for some time."

February 06 , 2017

Mexican veggie industry must diversify, says AMHPAC

In response to proposed import taxes in the U.S., a leading Mexican grower association is accelerating feasibility studies for market development in Europe, Russia and Asia.

February 06 , 2017

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February 03 , 2017

Israel ramps up Europe-bound avocado exports

Israeli exporters are said to be enjoying a "very stable" European market, with prices set to rise as Chilean volumes decline in the coming weeks.

February 03 , 2017

Brazil set to open for Argentine lemons this year

The expectations come after high-level trade talks between the two neighbors.

February 03 , 2017

Opinion: Buyers can often embellish PACA opinions on disputed loads

When buyers "shop around" for PACA opinions from different regional offices, they may risk compromising the opinion given if critical facts are missed.

February 03 , 2017

South African table grape crop estimate holds steady

SATI says the season "reflects a return to normal berry and bunch development couple with new generation varieties."

February 02 , 2017

Colombian farmers to swap coca for cacao, fruit under new govt plan

With a peace deal between the government and the FARC finally reached last year, US$340 million is now being invested to "change people's lives".

February 02 , 2017