EU Parliament ratifies Ecuador trade deal

The European Parliament has approved Ecuador's accession to a trade agreement with Colombia and Peru, with a 544-114 majority.

December 16 , 2016

Major Dutch co-op reincarnates auction clock for produce sales

The head of ZON explains why the iconic selling method went out of fashion a few decades ago, and why many growers are happy about its recent reinstallation.

December 16 , 2016

South Africa: Early season grape volume running higher than 2015-16

In the early part of the deal shipments have risen to Asia and North America, while dropping significantly to the Middle East and Russia.

December 16 , 2016

No concerns over Del Monte's GM pink pineapple, says FDA

Although not yet officially approved by the U.S. FDA, the entity has concluded there are 'no unresolved safety or regulatory questions' about the pink-fleshed variety.

December 16 , 2016

South Africa lifts EU citrus exports despite lower volumes, tough CBS rules

The EU is not satisfied with the four interceptions of CBS this year, prompting calls from South African industry for WTO action.

December 16 , 2016

Photo Gallery: Brooklyn retail and urban ag tour, New York Produce Show

As part of the recent New York Produce Show and Conference, we took part in the Brooklyn Retail and Urban Agriculture industry tour.

December 15 , 2016

Primus to award Hortifrut México best average for quality, safety audits

"This is the first time that Primus Auditing Ops has given this recognition," says Carlos Castillo of Hortifrut México.

December 15 , 2016

Pazazz apples to hit U.S., Canadian markets 'earlier than ever before'

The Honeycrisp offspring variety is expected to hit the market this week and will be available through February while supplies last.

December 15 , 2016

U.S.: Freska doubles Nogales cold storage capacity

The major mango and avocado supplier says the expansion means all of its produce will soon be handled under one roof in Arizona.

December 15 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 49, 2016

Sales prices for South African peaches and nectarines were slightly lower year-on-year in Europe during week 49.

December 14 , 2016