Kenyan avocado exports on the rise as quality improves

"Kenyan avocados can match any other avocados grown anywhere else in the world," says David Mulwa of Kandia FPS Ltd.

April 29 , 2016

NZ: Zespri to release kiwifruit held after grease deposit concerns

The marketer says it has full confidence the fruit poses no risk to consumer safety.

April 29 , 2016

Apricot kernels pose cyanide poisoning risk, claims EU food health watchdog

It is not exactly the most common practice, but now consumers now have a very convincing reason not to eat too many apricot kernels.

April 29 , 2016

Australia sends strong signals for Vietnamese dragon fruit access

Vietnamese dragon fruit are on track to joining litchis and mangoes in the country's basket of fruits to be allowed into Australia.

April 29 , 2016

Russia: Putin highlights Uzbek fruit imports

Lemon and grape exports from Uzbekistan to Russia have skyrocketed since bans on EU and Turkish fruit.

April 28 , 2016

India: Robust mango season predicted as first consignments hit Europe

The Indian mango season has just begun and it’s off to a flying start with very good quality and high yields expected from several states across the country.

April 28 , 2016

U.S. access for Argentine lemons just 60 days away, says Manzur

The Governor of Tucuman claims USDA officials have indicated a re-opening is around the corner, which could allow for trade to start again next year.

April 28 , 2016

U.S.: Curry & Co enters partnership with Ensign family

Two multi-generational U.S. produce groups have come together in a move that will give Curry & Co added capital and expertise.

April 27 , 2016

Peru sends first asparagus shipment to China

It took three years after gaining market access, but Peruvian asparagus has finally arrived via airfreight in Shanghai.

April 27 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 16, 2016

A lower supply of white seedless grapes in Korea and Shanghai could lead to price increases in the coming weeks.

April 27 , 2016