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U.K.: Affinitus to push into Dutch market with 'bespoke' software solution

A representative from the British software solutions specialist says attending the Amsterdam Produce Show is the perfect way to get the company's foot in the door.
October 27 , 2016

Chinese consumers 'more accepting' of produce e-commerce, says Yiguo

An executive from a leading Chinese online fresh food retailer says the sector is developing rapidly and becoming more cost-efficient.
October 27 , 2016

Chilean nectarine exporters outline plans for inaugural Chinese mainland deal

Chilean fruit growers expect the recently announced Chinese opening for their nectarines will not only bring export benefits in Asia, but could take some weight off the U.S. market as well.
October 27 , 2016

AmazonFresh swings into new U.S. cities

The recent expansion will give the e-commerce company access to a further four million potential consumers.
October 27 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 42, 2016

The supply of South American blueberries in the U.S. market in week 42 was 50% higher year-on-year.
October 26 , 2016

U.S.: I Love Produce brings Chinese Fuji apples under 'eat brighter!' label

The move builds on a doubling of Asian pear imports under the Eat Brighter scheme.
October 26 , 2016

U.S.: Mangoes may not fit with year-round deal philosophy, says importer

Nissa Pierson of Crespo Organics says Mexican mangoes never tasted so good as this year, setting the bar very high for South American suppliers.
October 26 , 2016

South Africa: Major table grape packhouse to be built through new JV

Two growers have teamed up to plant a range of proprietary varieties across 140 hectares in the Western Cape.
October 26 , 2016

Chile scores Chinese nectarine market access

First it was Australia. Now another Southern Hemisphere fruit exporter has gained access to the lucrative Chinese nectarine market.
October 25 , 2016

Del Monte faces delays in Panama banana production investment

There is currently an 'agreement in principle' between Panama and Del Monte, under which the company will invest at least US$100 million over seven years.
October 25 , 2016