U.S.: Berry People transitions organic strawberries from Mexico to California

The organic produce company is moving forward with plans to increase acreage for next season.

April 12 , 2018

ASOEX calls for national strategy to "defend" Chilean kiwifruit against Zespri

Chilean fruit export industry leader Ronald Bown recently met with trade officials from the country's new administration to suggest new efforts in market access and free trade.

April 12 , 2018

"Mega-pest" hybrid discovered by scientists

The combination of the cotton bollworm and corn earworm in a "novel hybrid with unlimited geographical boundaries is cause for major concern."

April 12 , 2018

Sharp rise in Moroccan produce exports to Spain

Orange shipments to Spain rose more than four-fold in both volume and value last year.

April 12 , 2018

Australian produce industry unites to oppose export fee hike

"I see no way it can proceed. Loading up charges on tonnages will significantly impact the sector."

April 12 , 2018

Mexico: Top avocado-growing state reclaims world record for biggest guacamole

Not willing to be outdone by its avocado rival, Michoacan has reclaimed the title it lost to Jalisco just a few months ago.

April 12 , 2018

Australia: Fruit fly outbreak takes financial toll on Tasmanian blueberry growers

This week's discovery is well outside the established control zones at George Town and Spreyton, but some farmers are nervous.

April 11 , 2018

State of the Market - Week 14, 2018

White seedless grape prices fell in China during week 14 despite overall good fruit quality and condition.

April 11 , 2018

Australia: Tasmanian authorities detect fruit fly in new location

No changes have been made to the control areas in place on Flinders Island and in Northern Tasmania.

April 10 , 2018

Greenyard invests in Israeli fruit exporter

The Israeli company is strongly focused on exotics including mangos, avocados, persimmons, pomegranates and fresh dates.

April 10 , 2018