Chinese New Year reverses sluggish apple sales

The world's leading apple grower experienced severe frosts during the spring last year, which led to a 30% year-on-year drop in volumes and a huge drop in sales as a result.

February 18 , 2019

New Covent Garden scoops up award as U.K.'s best wholesale market

Covent Garden Market Authority receives high marks at Great British Market Awards for its work with traders, support of young people and charities and its ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment

February 16 , 2019

Mexican avocado exports rise sharply to Canada, China and Japan

In addition, the industry recently launched a new TV commercial in Japan, where Mexico is the largest avocado supply by far.

February 15 , 2019

Chile: Heat could impact fresh blueberry exports for season remainder

The high temperatures could mean total export volumes end up slightly lower than last season, against previous forecasts of similar levels.

February 15 , 2019

State of the Market - Week 6, 2019

Price pressure remained on stonefruit and blueberries in the U.S. market in week 6, but the situation was better for white table grapes.

February 15 , 2019

Chilean apple season could be impacted by heatwave

Some of the hottest weather on record has scorched large areas of Chile and could lead to sunburn and shorter storage life.

February 14 , 2019

Spain: Valencian growers to give away 4MT of citrus amid industry crisis

An industry association says the move is a protest against a perceived lack of government support to the sector which has been greatly impacted by ongoing poor market conditions.

February 14 , 2019

Greenyard: Hein Deprez and Marc Zwaaneveld to share CEO role

The development comes on the heels of a challenging year for Greenyard, in which profits were hit by numerous factors, and in which early signs of a recovery were "reversed" in late 2018.

February 14 , 2019

Opinion: Trade show miscalculations can affect your business

Jim Prevor of Produce Business says there are myriad ways exhibiting at trade shows and industry events can lead to positive outcomes, but often not in a way the division paying for the booth will recognize.

February 14 , 2019

Colombian banana industry notched growth in 2018 despite weather issues

The Colombian banana industry closed 2018 with a production of a little over 100 million boxes, marking nearly 3% year-on-year growth.

February 13 , 2019