State of the Market - Week 38, 2016

Chilean blueberries notched higher prices than the Australian and Peruvian competition in Asia during week 38, according to Decofrut.

September 28 , 2016

Iranian kiwifruit to "rock" Indian market, says IG International

The move follows a significant uptick in imports of Chilean kiwifruit, which saw margins tighten against New Zealand product.

September 28 , 2016

"Aussie diets fail the test", CSIRO survey shows

The largest ever survey of its kind reveals Australians may not be as healthy as previously thought.

September 27 , 2016

U.S.: New apple gives Stemilt something to 'Rave' about

As a cross between Honeycrisp and an unreleased variety, Stemilt believes the new apple could be the next standout in the produce department.

September 27 , 2016

North American cranberry crop "significantly larger" in 2016

One million more barrels of cranberries than last year are set to be harvested in the lead-up to Thanksgiving in 2016.

September 27 , 2016

U.S. authorities approve GM Fuji apple

APHIS has given the green light to Arctic Fuji apples, building on OSF's already approved non-browning varieties Arctic Granny and Arctic Golden.

September 26 , 2016

Winds destroy banana crops in Panama

One Panamanian cooperative will end up exporting a quarter of its usual volume as a result of the event.

September 26 , 2016

Australia: NT mango farmer accused of underpaying workers

Some workers allegedly weren't paid at all while others are reported as receiving an equivalent of US$2 an hour.

September 26 , 2016

International Blueberry Organization announces new president

The world’s leading blueberry industry body has made changes to its board, ushering in a new era of development and collaboration for the popular fruit.

September 23 , 2016

Chile: Apple exports rise while pear shipments fall

Chile's apple shipments to the U.S. rose by more than a third this year, while pear volumes were down to numerous destinations.

September 23 , 2016