Spain forecasts higher lemon production for 2018-19

Spain's production of the Fino variety is up by 14%, while Verna volumes have recovered from their significant decline last year.

July 25 , 2018

Seeka to invest NZ$18M in Northland postharvest business

Seeka is investing in a range of new facilities for kiwifruit, citrus and avocados.

July 25 , 2018

Chiquita supporting 'first global scientific exchange' on TR4

"It is now time to act together," says Chiquita CEO Andrew Biles.

July 25 , 2018

U.K.: Pink Lady sees highest-ever monthly sales

U.K. Pink Lady apple sales saw a record spike in June, with annual sales now up 6% from 2017.

July 25 , 2018

China: New player enters O2O produce retail scene

Sandan Fresh plans to establish up to 30 small stores in Shanghai over the next year, along with hundreds of 'smart shelf' machines around the city, to which it will fulfill orders twice daily.

July 25 , 2018

Ecuador: Large cocaine haul found in Russia-bound bananas

The consignment was due to be shipped to the Russian market - Ecuador's leading banana buyer - passing first through the Belgian Port of Antwerp.

July 25 , 2018

NAFTA revamp could soon be concluded, says Mexico trade adviser

What I see ... to be a very feasible expectation is that we’ll be concluding the negotiation in the next two months if possible, or in the next few months a bit further down the road."

July 24 , 2018

NZ Govt appeals High Court's decision on Psa negligence case

The Ministry of Primary Industries says it is seeking to "clarify the scope for government regulators to be sued in negligence."

July 24 , 2018

U.S.: Mission Produce launches foodservice division

"We know the foodservice industry needs a larger supply of avocados. Our global reach, sophisticated network and expertise, will provide on time and in spec avocados that are ready to be sliced, diced, mashed or pureed."

July 24 , 2018

U.S. farmers to receive up to US$12B in trade war relief

One program will reportedly help with food purchase and distribution while another will be specifically geared toward promoting trade.

July 24 , 2018