Indonesia paves way for Peruvian citrus, grapes

The Southeast Asian country offers a population of 260 million potential consumers.

February 02 , 2017

Indian table grape exporters upbeat as campaign gets underway

Exporters based in a major growing region say weather conditions have boosted crop quality this year, and expect a strong campaign in the European market.

February 02 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 4, 2017

The upcoming Super Bowl boosted sales of Hass avocados in the U.S. market in week 4.

February 01 , 2017

U.S. an "untapped market" for Aussie fruit...except citrus

Pinnacle Fresh has seen strong demand for Aussie and New Zealand cherries in the market, where it is also set to import its first litchis on Thursday.

February 01 , 2017

South Africa forecasts "tough" season for pome fruit returns

An industry body expects more demand from the pear canning sector this season, and less demand from Northern Hemisphere markets.

January 31 , 2017

South Africa: Winds and hail hit banana, avocado production in Limpopo

A banana industry representative says prices could increase by up to 20% in the local market over the coming months due to reduced volumes.

January 31 , 2017

Peru: ProCitrus forecasts "similar" 2017 season

Weather conditions may however mean mandarins will have a different size on average.

January 31 , 2017

Trump and Putin discuss 'rebuilding trade and economic ties'

A Kremlin spokesperson says it is too early to talk about any deal on sanctions, but indicated the two presidents may meet before the next G20 summit in July.

January 31 , 2017

Opinion: How breadfruit became a staple food in the Caribbean - Pt. 1

Michael McLaughlin of the Trees That Feed Foundation tells the story of how the organization came to be and explains how the protein-rich breadfruit has benefited families all over the world.

January 31 , 2017

Naturipe calls for industry aid amid largest fires in Chilean history

"More help is needed - with the destruction of crops, farms and the livelihood of our extended growing family of growers all across various regions of Chile, it is pivotal that the produce industry as a whole stands together in sending aid and salvation," the company said.

January 30 , 2017