Freshmax poised for NZ cherry campaign

Freshmax said spring conditions had been kind to the crop, with great customer anticipation for the first harvest of Lani-branded cherries.

November 13 , 2017

SFI Rotterdam owners talk frankly about industry changes, some better than others

"Our new slogan is: We’re ready for the next decade," says Jan March Schulz of SFI, which is celebrating its 40th year.

November 13 , 2017

Peru: Major tunnel project below Andes to provide irrigation to southern desert area

The 38,500 hectares in Arequipa will be tendered to both large companies and small-scale farmers.

November 10 , 2017

U.S.: Hurst International sues Sinclair Systems over anticompetitive practices

Among its allegations, Hurst claims Sinclair has been engaging in below-cost pricing.

November 07 , 2017

U.S.: One third of parents have purchased "Mighties" kiwifruit

Retailers are also finding a significant lift in sales when merchandising Mighties with another Sun Pacific brand, Cuties.

November 06 , 2017

U.S. receives first ever Colombian Hass avocado imports

"I’m proud to be the first Colombian grower to supply the U.S. market," said Hasspacol commercial director Jose Luis Gonzalez.

November 06 , 2017

Pioneer avocado shop opens in Amsterdam

The city will transform into the avocado capital of Europe this month as the people behind the all-avocado restaurant launch a store, as part of a specialist promotion.

November 06 , 2017

U.S.: Total Produce takes 50% equity in The Fresh Connection

The investment builds on Total Produce's existing North American operations including Oppy, Progressive Produce, Eco Farms and Gambles Group.

November 03 , 2017

Chinese farm to harvest first avocado crop

The 500-hectare avocado farm is said to be one of the largest in China.

November 03 , 2017

Costa Group to boost ownership of African Blue JV to 90%

A Total Produce subsidiary retains a 10% interest in the Morocco-based blueberry grower-exporter.

November 03 , 2017