Chile: San Osvaldo aims to become leading citrus producer in Coquimbo

The company is expecting sharp rises in its production and processing capacity over the coming years, and is also venturing into the juicing business.

February 09 , 2018

China: Mr. Avocado arrives in first 7Fresh store

The Mr. Avocado brand has expanded rapidly since launching ripening operations in Shanghai in April 2017.

February 09 , 2018

BayWa markets first German Jazz apple crop

The climatically-favored region in southern Rhineland-Palatinate is said to offer optimal growing conditions for Jazz apples.

February 09 , 2018

Australia: TR4 confirmed on third Tully Valley farm

Panama TR4 was first detected in the major Queensland growing region in March 2015.

February 08 , 2018

First New Zealand avocado shipment touches down in China

China is expected to be a significant market for New Zealand avocados, according to MPI.

February 08 , 2018

Australia forecasts lower Class 1 apple production

Despite some hail events, the overall pome fruit crop is expected to rise by 3%.

February 08 , 2018

Chinese regulation changes a boon for biopesticides, claims Stockton

The Israeli group is also on the cusp of a corporate name change and its first forays in Europe with the biopesticide Timorex Gold.

February 08 , 2018

Opinion: Fresh Del Monte and Mann Packing – A potent combination of vast innovation and experience

"From a business perspective, it is hard to think of a more synergistic acquisition," says Perishable Pundit Jim Prevor.

February 07 , 2018

South African fruit growers donate water to Cape Town

Deciduous fruit growers from Grabouw and Elgin will donate between 7.5 and 10 million cubic meters of water to the struggling City of Cape Town.

February 07 , 2018

State of the Market - Week 5, 2018

Chilean avocado shipments to the Asian market were 30% higher year-on-year for the closing season.

February 07 , 2018