Market Pulse week 34 — 2011

Domestic apple availability in Europe put Southern Hemisphere supply under pressure in week 34.

August 31 , 2011

Grape compound can reduce UV damage

Spanish researchers have found the flavonoids in grapes can be used to reduce the effects of UV radiation and skin damage.

August 31 , 2011

Positive response for upcoming Chilean networking event

Fedefruta president Antonio Walker says 60 importers have already confirmed attendance at networking event FRUITTRADE on Sept. 28-29 in Santiago, Chile.

August 30 , 2011

NZ: pest costs potato industry US$101M

New Zealand's potato industry is 'on the cusp of crisis' in handling a pest that has cost more than US$100 million since 2006.

August 30 , 2011

South Australian ag minister hails retailers anti-NZ apple stance

South Australia's agriculture minister says the decision taken by Woolworths and Coles not to stock New Zealand apples is 'commendable'.

August 30 , 2011

South African fruit fly eradication program continues

Fruit fly eradication schemes in the South African province of Limpopo are expected to continue for at least another six weeks.

August 29 , 2011

First Peruvian avocado arrivals confirmed in the U.S.

The first arrivals of Peruvian avocaodes in the U.S. have been officially confirmed.

August 29 , 2011

Chilean Citrus Committee releases new frost impact results

The Chilean Citrus Committee has cut export estimates by 10% for navel oranges, lemons and mandarins due to frosts this year.

August 26 , 2011

Commercialization on the rise for Kenyan wild fruits

Commercialization of wild fruits has increased in Kenya with entrepreneurs selling baobab, marula, tamarind and African plum seeds to growers.

August 26 , 2011

FDA issues Import Alert over Mexican papayas

The FDA has issued an Import Alert warning for Mexican papayas, with heightened security measures over Salmonella concerns.

August 26 , 2011