Chilean public officials strike causes "serious disturbances", claims ASOEX

The strike has had serious effects at Santiago International Airport, where highly perishable fruits have faced delays and missed flights.

November 15 , 2016

California Citrus Mutual welcomes Trump Administration

"He is not against trade, but he does desire better trade agreements," says Joel Nelsen.

November 15 , 2016

California: GM crop planting banned in Sonoma County

Sonoma joins five other Californian counties in banning GM crops, mostly with the purpose of avoiding contamination of organic farms.

November 15 , 2016

The Hass Horn: Mexico's internal issues a greater threat to avocados than Trump

There are numerous legal tactics to limit the impacts of any tariffs on importers, says avocado industry veteran Avi Crane.

November 15 , 2016

Photo Gallery: Retail Tour, Amsterdam Produce Show

From Egyptian pomegranate arils to fresh-cut tropicals, the world's produce was on display during the Amsterdam Produce Show's Retail Tour.

November 14 , 2016

Colombia works to declare several avocado farms pest-free

With U.S. market access in sight, Colombian authorities are working to make as many growers eligible to export to the destination as possible.

November 14 , 2016

U.S. "absolutely key" for BanaBay positioning in 2017

After a very challenging summer for bananas, trader BanaBay is redoubling its efforts in the USA.

November 14 , 2016

New study reveals potential mango role of maintaining gut health

Mango supplementation has been found to prevent the loss of beneficial gut bacteria often induced by a high-fat diet.

November 11 , 2016

Europe: EC boosts ag promotion budget to €133M

The European Commission will spend €133 million co-financing several programs next year, with many targeting China, the Middle East, North America, South-East Asia and Japan.

November 11 , 2016

Rising Peruvian blueberry supply not a problem for Chile, says Hortifrut exec

A major Chile-based multinational is forecasting exports of more than 17,000MT and 5% annual growth in the coming years.

November 11 , 2016