U.S.: Can "Kids Speak Fresh" videos help lift produce sales?

The scheme is aimed at inspiring rather than branding, says Robinson Fresh marketing manager Nicole Brandt.

November 10 , 2016

Mexico: Production on rising path for watermelons, melons, papayas

SAGARPA reports exports are increasing for these three crops thanks to higher volumes and the opening of new markets.

November 10 , 2016

U.S.: Western Growers "optimistic" for Trump presidency

The producer body chief Tom Nassif said like the "silent majority of voters" who elected Trump yesterday, fruit and vegetable growers want a "government that functions".

November 09 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 44, 2016

Rising supplies of Southern Hemisphere blueberries generated pressure on U.S. market prices in week 44.

November 09 , 2016

Andy Hall leaves Thailand after 'fearing for physical safety'

Andy Hall claims some companies in Thailand are vindictive, act like the Mafia, and cannot accept his research.

November 09 , 2016

U.S.: Revenue growth beats volume rise for Nogales produce imports

Mexican fresh produce imports coming through the border port of Nogales hit US$3.2 billion in 2015-16, representing a growth rate of 15%.

November 09 , 2016

Pioneering Nemo's Garden project ponders U.S. installation

Now with permission to operate year round, the researchers will be able to greatly amplify their experiments and grow crops under an array of different conditions.

November 09 , 2016

Chile: Port Coronel to boost reefer capacity through new alliance

With Chilean fruit production expanding further south in the country, a major port is ramping up its cold storage and reefer capacity.

November 09 , 2016

New WTO portal helps track live market access updates

With technical regulations and standards on the rise internationally, produce growers and traders will now be able to ensure they're always up-to-date with developments.

November 09 , 2016

Peru: CPF adds Sweet Jubilee to table grape export offering

It may be the first year of exports, but the Fruit Growers Consortium of Peru is planning to ship 70 containers of Sweet Jubilee this year.

November 08 , 2016