U.K.'s top court in landmark ruling against Asda in workers' equal pay case

Asda shop workers have won the latest stage in their fight for equal pay in a ruling that could lead to a £500 million (US$688 million) compensation claim and could have big repercussions for the supermarket sector.

March 26 , 2021

Southern Hemisphere fruit export value rose in 2020 despite volume dip

Shipments to China have increased by 90 percent from 2016, and it was the top destination for exports last year worth $2.5 billion which showed the fresh fruit industry the growing importance of the market, according to Shaffe.

March 26 , 2021

Suez Canal: Shipping rates surge with blockage likely to remain for weeks

While it is unclear what the impact on perishables trade is, it is likely that some of Europe's fresh produce imports will be affected, such as table grapes from India and other fruits from Asian countries.

March 26 , 2021

Suez Canal: Unprecedented blockage continues and could impact global shipping for months

Experts have said that impacts of the ongoing Suez Canal blockage are not going to be simple and immediate, but will likely be long-term, with one describing the situation as "dominos toppling each other over".

March 25 , 2021

"Peru has to make its way in this segment"- ProHass on organic avocados

As organic avocados are currently a niche market in Peru, ProHass Director told FreshFruitPortal.com that the market is still "saturated easily".

March 25 , 2021

Costa Rica: 3.5MT of cocaine found in container loaded with banana puree

The discovery by the Drugs Control Police (PCD) was made on Monday at the APM Terminals in Moín, Limón. The container was reportedly bound for the Dutch port of Rotterdam.

March 25 , 2021

Driscoll's appoints two new members to Board of Directors

Berry company Driscoll’s has appointed two new members to its Board of Directors to bring strong brand growth expertise and a clear future-looking vision.

March 25 , 2021

Cosmic Crisp and Autumn Glory apples see strong growth

The Nielsen data for the three-month period ending on Feb. 27 showed the two varieties leading the national apple category in percentage growth for both dollars and pounds. 

March 25 , 2021

Sustainable 'Super banana' launched by Port International

Port International has announced the launch of a new 'Super banana' in Belgium that combines organic and free trade with carbon neutrality

March 24 , 2021

Indian grape exports to Europe down by 18%, but still expected to exceed previous season

Indian table grape exports to Europe have fallen by 18 percent to 74,944 metric tons (MT) this season, but there is now reported to be a "glut-like" situation in the country and a lack of storage capacity.

March 24 , 2021