Indian mango exporter eyes European, North American markets

New direct trade routes out of India could help Delicious Mangoes expand its focus on Europe.

February 13 , 2014

Opinion: the battle for banana livelihoods

Banana Link's Alistair Smith analyzes the pressures that are putting many growers out of business.

February 07 , 2014

Dole plans new South African grape farm acquisition

A Dole Europe subsidiary has entered an agreement to buy an early season grape farm in the Orange River region.

February 04 , 2014

Israeli partnership bears fruit for Indian growers

A collaborative centers of excellence program with Israel continues to gain traction in the Indian countryside.

December 31 , 2013

Dominican Republic hits banana export record

Phytosanitary programs have been attributed to aiding record banana exports for the Dominican Republic.

December 31 , 2013

Ecuador expects higher volume for mango exports

Weather has been favorable so far for Ecuadorian mangoes and volume should remain up.

October 17 , 2013

Del Monte Pacific to buy U.S. canned fruit and vegetable business

Del Monte Pacific has entered into a deal to buy Del Monte Foods' consumer food business for US$1.675 billion.

October 14 , 2013

Chile: Fedefruta gives crop-by-crop frost loss update

Chilean frost loss damages estimates have risen by 20 million boxes of fruit.

October 09 , 2013

Argentine pome fruit yield strong prices abroad

Argentine pome fruit exporters have fetched good prices this year but are concerned about Brazilian currency devaluation.

September 25 , 2013

Peru expects U.S. pepper market access

Despite recent rejections of contaminated paprika shipments, Peruvian growers are optimistic for U.S. fresh pepper market access.

August 28 , 2013