U.S.: 'Optimism' for upcoming California avocado deal with increased volumes

However, a high supply level could present challenges in the market.

February 05 , 2018

Sweet news for OSF as Canadian authorities approve Arctic Fuji apple

The non-browning cultivar will now have the chance to join Arctic Golden and Arctic Granny in the marketplace.

January 31 , 2018

Mexico: Stonefruit, avocado crops hit by frosts in Michoacan

The frosts were reportedly registered over a large area of the major fruit-producing state.

January 31 , 2018

Major Australian avocado company bought by Canadian pension fund

Neil and Ian Delroy highlighted the "solid asset stewardship" of Jasper Farms' new owner.

January 30 , 2018

New Zealand launches new late-season apricot varieties

Two low-ethylene varieties are expected to prove very successful for those shipping to the Asian market.

January 30 , 2018

Mexico: Cold weather to lower future papaya volumes from Colima

A representative of grower-exporter Coliman expects prices in the U.S. market to improve somewhat come May this year.

January 30 , 2018

Counter-seasonal cherry exporters need “targeted approach” in Europe to emulate berry success

Norton Folgate managing director Matt Hancock advocates a continued push for 52-week supply combined with more promotional efforts for the category in continental Europe.

January 29 , 2018

New promising seedless mandarin released in Spain

Using the same technique that created the Tango, a Spanish group has transformed the Nova mandarin into a new club variety.

January 26 , 2018

Australia: Suspected fruit fly larvae detected in Tasmania

The suspected larvae were found in backyard apricot trees in Spreyton in the state's northwest and on Flinders Island.

January 24 , 2018

Pacific nations reach deal on revised TPP agreement

The 11 remaining members expect to sign the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership in March.

January 24 , 2018