U.S.: Calavo's Intense Tomato gains fair trade certification

An executive from the produce giant says the 'innovate and exclusive' Mexico-origin tomato will fill a need for new products and boost supermarket sales.

October 12 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 40, 2016

Avocado farm worker strikes in the Mexican state of Michoacan affected volumes in the U.S. in week 40.

October 12 , 2016

Russia lifts ban on Turkish citrus, stonefruit

Almost one year after one of their biggest markets was cut off, Russia has now reopened to Turkish citrus and stonefruit exporters.

October 12 , 2016

U.S.: Florida grapefruit spared by hurricane

An executive from the Florida Department of Citrus reportedly said much of the industry experienced a 'small miracle'.

October 11 , 2016

Panama Canal opens bidding for Pacific port concession

Four companies have pre-qualified to bid for the development and operation of a huge port on the Panama Canal's Pacific entrance.

October 11 , 2016

"High-tech, cool vibe" to define Amsterdam Produce Show and Conference

We catch up with the brains behind the new event as well as an organic beetroot farmer who will be leading a tour in conjunction with the fair.

October 11 , 2016

Bolivia triples U.S.-bound quinoa exports over decade

A representative of Bolivia's quinoa industry says the sector is going through a 'transitional phase', with the first exports into Asia and a new focus on traceability.

October 11 , 2016

China to lift import bans on Philippine fruit companies

As relations between China and the Philippines improve, so to does the likelihood of renewal in the fruit trade.

October 10 , 2016

Chilean Walnut Commission to invest US$10M in promotion

The move comes in response to new market openings, but the sector must do more to improve efficiency in the face of weather challenges like what was experienced in April this year.

October 10 , 2016

Colombian pineapple company ventures into exports, processing

Not only is Bengala Agrícola set to double its pineapple production next year, but is also planning significant avocado plantings.

October 10 , 2016