Spanish avocado production to rise by 20% in 2018-19

Improved clonal varieties, greater emphasis on new growing methods and beneficial rains this year all contributed toward the forecast.

September 29 , 2018

Hurricane Rosa to hit Baja California on Monday or Tuesday

Weathermelon said there could be structural damage and harvest and quality issues for tomatoes, bell peppers and cukes coming out of San Quintin and Vizcaino.

September 28 , 2018

Peru to export first mandarins to Japan in 2019 following market access approval

Sergio del Castillo of ProCitrus describes Japan as a niche market, but pointed out that it offers high prices and would boost Peru's reputation as a trustworthy supplier.

September 28 , 2018

APS18 Preview I: Lisa Cork takes deep dive into omni-channel retailing

Branding and packaging expert Lisa Cork discusses the prospects of omni-channel retailing for fresh produce.

September 28 , 2018

Costa Rican strike eases, but pineapple exports remain limited

Industry association CANAPEP says the government is hopeful it can find a solution to the near-three-week strike by October.

September 28 , 2018

U.K.: Sunburst apple volume triples in second season

The future is bright for the orange-skinned apples, with exclusive distribution continuing at Waitrose and an expected 200,000 trees to be in the ground in the next six years in Europe.

September 28 , 2018

Colombia prepares for World Avocado Congress 2019 amid soaring growth

The 2019 installment of the event, which is hosted by an avocado-growing country every four years, will cover a range of topics including phytosanitary issues, genetic resources, and growing practices.

September 28 , 2018