Decoding China's "banana-mania" in 2014

Xia Zuxiang explains how Ecuadorian bananas have edged ahead of local and Philippine competition in China.

August 29 , 2014

Scandinavian buyers cry foul over Thai food industry's actions

A group of Scandinavia's largest retailers is "greatly worried" about litigation against Andy Hall in Thailand.

August 28 , 2014

Sweet ending for a successful British Columbian blueberry season

British Columbia is on track to top last year's production by 24%, as the late Elliot variety hits pleasing brix levels.

August 28 , 2014

Tozer to expand flower sprouts on European continent

After a recent U.S. launch, Tozer Seeds now has more new markets lined up for a kale-brussels sprout hybrid.

August 28 , 2014

California competition greater than Chile, says Peruvian grape exporter

One Peruvian table grape company has raised concerns about what Russia's ban will mean for export markets.

August 28 , 2014

State of the Market - Week 34, 2014

The supply of U.S. grape varieties saw an increase in the Chinese market during week 34.

August 27 , 2014

Chilean table grape industry addresses '30% loss in competitiveness'

One expert says urgent structural changes are required in Chile's table grape industry to retain its global standing.

August 27 , 2014

Argentina gears up for first blueberry shipments in September

With Argentina's blueberry season imminent, production volume looks like it could break a two-year trend.

August 27 , 2014

France: kiwifruit producer looks forward to 'active markets' in coming season

Prim'land is expecting a great season for its kiwifruit but says the apple situation is 'quite complicated'.

August 27 , 2014

Sweden: NYKCool to change name under new ownership

A Russian reefer company has bought Swedish shipping line NYK Cool, which will now operate under a new name.

August 26 , 2014