Chile: Avocado fungal disease identified

It may not be the leading cause for rejections of Chilean avocados on arrival, but it could play a more important role in phytosanitary programs.

May 02 , 2016

Kenyan avocado exports on the rise as quality improves

"Kenyan avocados can match any other avocados grown anywhere else in the world," says David Mulwa of Kandia FPS Ltd.

April 29 , 2016

NZ: Zespri to release kiwifruit held after grease deposit concerns

The marketer says it has full confidence the fruit poses no risk to consumer safety.

April 29 , 2016

Apricot kernels pose cyanide poisoning risk, claims EU food health watchdog

It is not exactly the most common practice, but now consumers now have a very convincing reason not to eat too many apricot kernels.

April 29 , 2016

Australia sends strong signals for Vietnamese dragon fruit access

Vietnamese dragon fruit are on track to joining litchis and mangoes in the country's basket of fruits to be allowed into Australia.

April 29 , 2016

Russia: Putin highlights Uzbek fruit imports

Lemon and grape exports from Uzbekistan to Russia have skyrocketed since bans on EU and Turkish fruit.

April 28 , 2016

India: Robust mango season predicted as first consignments hit Europe

The Indian mango season has just begun and it’s off to a flying start with very good quality and high yields expected from several states across the country.

April 28 , 2016

U.S. access for Argentine lemons just 60 days away, says Manzur

The Governor of Tucuman claims USDA officials have indicated a re-opening is around the corner, which could allow for trade to start again next year.

April 28 , 2016

Australia: APAL looks to Middle East for Pink Lady market development

APAL has teamed up with LucaZara in the UAE to help boost quality perceptions for Pink Lady apples in the Middle East.

April 28 , 2016

Turkey: Alara expects "limited" cherry exports to China this year

While Turkey's leading cherry grower has a new market in China, the group sees strong demand in the EU and Russia.

April 27 , 2016