State of the Market - Week 30, 2016

A supply reduction in China led to price rises for Chilean and U.S. Granny Smiths in week 30.

August 03 , 2016

The Hass Horn: Looking back on 'Occupy APEAM'

The avocado market in North America is as strong today as it was weak in May and early June, says Avi Crane.

August 02 , 2016

French apple growers expect one-week harvest delay

Marc Peyres of Blue Whale expects most European countries could have slightly lower apple crops this year, with the exception of Poland.

August 02 , 2016

U.S.: GMO labeling process "isn't over yet" says PMA expert

The PMA has welcomed Barack Obama's signing of a GMO labeling bill into law, but the rulemaking process still has to take place.

August 02 , 2016

China: Qiandongnan gets funding approval for 4,000ha blueberry project

The company has been given approval to issue bonds worth US$119 million to finance the project.

August 02 , 2016

Australia: Perfection Fresh buys rights to Calypso mango marketing

The company has announced it intends to establish plantings of the sought-after variety overseas to ensure counter-seasonal supply.

August 02 , 2016

China to strengthen inspections for NZ kiwifruit imports

Chinese authorities are putting in stricter measures after two shipments were found with "kiwifruit rot" last month.

August 01 , 2016

Canada: European Runner Beans season coming up at Orangeline

Greenhouse grower Orangeline Farms is gearing up for its European Runner Bean season as part of its 'Zing! Healthy Foods' line.

August 01 , 2016

Russia intercepts massive illegal produce import shipment

Melons made up a large proportion of a recently intercepted shipment of fruit that was sent back across the border into Kazakhstan.

August 01 , 2016

U.S.: "Share. Mango. Love" campaign spices up promotions with culture

The National Mango Board (NMB) is taking consumers on a food journey to Mexico and Puerto Rico to show the fruit's cultural richness through videos, stories and recipes.

July 29 , 2016