Peruvian grape exports grew 48% in February

"I would like to highlight the performance of non-traditional exports, as they increased for the seventh consecutive month. This news clearly shows the importance of the national exports despite the Covid-19 pandemic," Claudia Cornejo, Head of Mincetur said.

April 14 , 2021

France declares ag disaster after spring frost hits fruit sector

Farmers across France will receive government support after the agriculture minister acknowledged the damage the low temperatures last week had wreaked on crops

April 14 , 2021

Total Produce completes $1.4B refinancing amid Dole merger

Proceeds of the facilities will be used to refinance the existing debt agreements of Total Produce and Dole, which in February announced plans to merge to create the world’s largest fresh fruit and vegetable supply business.

April 14 , 2021

Jazz apples partner with DreamWorks Animation's new movie

The movie is the next chapter in DreamWorks Animation’s franchise that began with the 2002 Oscar-nominated film Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron and includes an Emmy-winning TV series.

April 13 , 2021

Opinion: How has the blueberry market changed over recent years?

Ignacio Santibañez of QIMA Produce says: "Although the leading spot is being disputed between Chile and Peru, we cannot forget about Mexico and that it is positioned as the third-largest producer worldwide."

April 13 , 2021

Peru confirms TR4 detection in banana plantation

The confirmation that the devastating and highly contagious fungal disease is spreading through Latin America spells trouble for the world's biggest banana exporting region.

April 13 , 2021

Mexican and Californian blueberry production driving strong spring season for Berry People

Berry People says that "South American supply delays caused by weather, port clearance and unloading delays caused by Covid-19 are behind us".

April 13 , 2021

Pink Lady chips to be launched in U.K.

Nim’s Fruit Crisps, the UK’s only manufacturer of air-dried fruit and vegetable crisps (chips) has signed an exclusive agreement with Pink Lady.

April 12 , 2021

T&G to harvest first commercial crop of new "super-sized" blueberries in Australia

T&G Global is set to harvest the first Australian commercial crop of new "super-sized, superior tasting" blueberry varieties to be launched in retail stores this December.

April 12 , 2021

South African citrus: Freight capacity and infrastructure may be "tested to the limits" amid container shortage

While hopes are high for the South African citrus season in terms of production volume, the industry looks set to be challenged by a lack of refrigerated containers and sky-high shipping costs.

April 12 , 2021