Japan cherry and peach growth prospects look "grim", says USDA

An aging population and a shift away from fresh fruit are affecting Japan's stonefruit market growth possibilities.

August 29 , 2013

Market Pulse Week 34 - 2013

Transport strikes led to decreased fruit sales activity in Colombia in week 34.

August 28 , 2013

Peru expects U.S. pepper market access

Despite recent rejections of contaminated paprika shipments, Peruvian growers are optimistic for U.S. fresh pepper market access.

August 28 , 2013

Chile expects avocado production rise this season

Chile expects growth for its avocado harvest this year despite previous pessimism around frosts and low rainfall.

August 28 , 2013

NZ: Zespri records positive results for SunGold kiwifruit

Zespri's Dan Mathieson discusses how the gold kiwifruit transition is faring in the company's key destination markets.

August 27 , 2013

Chinese market grows for Ecuadorian foods

Ecuadorian mangoes and pineapples could find a greater place in the Chinese market.

August 27 , 2013

Strong Polish cherry demand continues, says co-op

Rajpol's Dominik Wozniak discusses a year of rising demand for Polish cherries abroad and at home.

August 27 , 2013

Bing cherries lead social media mentions

Mentions for Bing cherries outpaced the Rainier variety on Twitter and Facebook.

August 26 , 2013

Australians support greater restrictions on foreign ownership of ag land

Surveys have shown Australian voters have a "marked" support for restrictions on foreign ownership of agricultural land.

August 26 , 2013

Aussie grape growers gear up for Asian export season

Australia's grape export season is still several months away but registrations and protocol training are just around the corner.

August 26 , 2013