Australia: APHIS determination may pave way for other import markets

While largely symbolic, a recent recognition of Australia's east-west protocol is good news for the fruit industry.

September 10 , 2014

High EU apple volumes could affect South African stonefruit deal

Although early signs point to a positive South African stonefruit season, low pomefruit prices could affect sales in Europe.

September 10 , 2014

China to open its doors for Costa Rican pineapples 'within four months'

Pineapple exports from Costa Rica could be allowed into China later this year, but transit challenges remain.

September 09 , 2014

Zespri: organic fruit's time is yet to come in China

A Zespri representative sheds light on the niche organic fruit sector in China.

September 09 , 2014

Chile can become a 'strategic partner' to China as walnut supplier

Protocols have been signed between Chile and China to allow shelled walnut imports.

September 09 , 2014

EU heads talk extra measures in Russian ban response

EU officials held an in-depth press conference last week about Russia's food import embargo.

September 08 , 2014

Canada: researchers begin farm trials for better sweet potato varieties

Progress has been made in developing sweet potato varieties more suited to Canada's cool climate.

September 08 , 2014

'Breakthrough' made in Chile's path to opening cherry exports to South Korea

Following a successful meeting, the first cherry shipment from Chile to South Korea looks like it will be next season.

September 08 , 2014

European pear suppliers stay upbeat despite Russian ban

Pear growers in the Netherlands and Belgium are positive despite losing the Russian market.

September 08 , 2014

NZ: T&G partners with school charity to aid agricultural education

Turners & Growers will support a charity to help provide New Zealand schools with purpose-built gardens.

September 05 , 2014