Editor's Choice
NZ growers sign Government Industry Agreement to tackle fruit flies
New Zealand's leading fruit grower groups have signed an operational agreement with the government to reduce the impacts of fruit fly incursions.
May 09 , 2016
Asian markets warm to Chilean-grown KiwiKiss
Greenvic's Francisco Aleman discusses the growth of a variety likened to Hort16A, and exports to China, South Korea and the U.S.
May 09 , 2016
Colombia: Cauca group to send first avocados to Europe
With GlobalG.A.P certification now under its belt, CaucaHass S.A.T. will very soon be in a position to ship its fruit to the EU.
May 09 , 2016
USDA proposes market access for Argentine lemons
After a great deal of speculation, U.S. authorities have taken the first steps toward re-opening access for the world's leading lemon-exporting region.
May 06 , 2016
NZ High Court orders Kiwifruit Board to review three marketing proposals
The decision comes after collaborative marketing applications from Seeka Kiwifruit Industries and Splice Fruit were rejected amid concerns they would upset Zespri premiums in China and Austria.
May 06 , 2016
South Africa: Pomegranate production could double in five years
South Africa's pomegranate volume is set to grow significantly over the next five years as young orchards come to fruition.
May 06 , 2016
El Niño causes NZ feijoa glut, claims Southern Belle Orchard
Markets have been consistent for the niche fruit but two developments are needed for long-term growth - better shelf life and consumer education.
May 05 , 2016
South Africa: New persimmon varieties could raise future production
While drought has put the strain on volumes this year, Jan Hoon of Franschhoek Marketing has an optimistic long-term outlook.
May 04 , 2016
South Korea to accept imports of Australian blood oranges
Citrus Australia and Hort Innovation have praised the decision, which adds to arrangements for Navel and Valencia oranges.
May 04 , 2016
Fresh Del Monte profits almost doubled in Q1
Lower per unit costs and higher volumes created the perfect storm for Fresh Del Monte's banana and pineapple businesses in the first quarter.
May 04 , 2016
