Chile eyes greater kiwifruit exports to U.S. with new ripening program

The Chilean Kiwifruit Committee hopes recent protocols will mean more fruit hits the U.S. market in better condition.

November 07 , 2015

Overreliance on Egypt is risky for U.K. seed potato exports, industry group says

Scottish potato seed exporters are said to be looking to India, Cuba and the Far East to diversify markets for the booming trade.

November 06 , 2015

South African citrus growers "seriously duped" by EU restrictions, says Eosta

A major European produce supplier has attacked the EU's approach to South African citrus imports, arguing it seems to be a 'disguised trade barrier'.

November 06 , 2015

South African citrus growers "seriously duped" by EU restrictions, says Eosta

A major European produce supplier has attacked the EU's approach to South African citrus imports, arguing it seems to be a 'disguised trade barrier'.

November 06 , 2015

Peru: TPP could help get access issues on the table, says Camposol exec

An executive from a leading Peruvian produce company believes it is highly likely his country will ratify the TPP.

November 06 , 2015

U.K.: Supply chain problems will force production decline, NFU warns

A report from the National Farmers' Union says record levels of imported produce in U.K. supermarkets are hitting local growers hard.

November 05 , 2015

Russia to destroy apple shipment amid false document concerns

Russian authorities say they have been unable to determine the country of origin of an apple consignment.

November 05 , 2015

Australia: New horticulture minister opens APAL office

Liberal Senator Ruston says the pome fruit industry is 'diverse and dynamic with a bright future'.

November 05 , 2015

Chile: PMA Fruittrade technical sessions to address critical industry topics

A major trade show to be held in Santiago next week will include educational sessions specific to various crops including table grapes, citrus and berries.

November 05 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 44, 2015

Arrival volumes of Mexican avocados in the U.S. during week 44 were impacted by the recent Hurricane Patricia.

November 04 , 2015