Asia the main driver behind increasing apple consumption worldwide, report finds

The IndexBox report also found that Russia remains the largest market for imported apples and that China is continuing to strengthen its position as the world's leading producer.

June 27 , 2018

Chinese Su pear exporter eyes European expansion

The Chinese Ya pear is better known in the European market, but one large exporter from a major production region is hoping to boost exports of the more niche Su pear.

June 27 , 2018

New blueberry JV with "unique social impact" to launch with Argentine fruit

Three companies from the U.S. and Argentina have established a new brand through which shoppers will be able to connect with farmworkers.

June 27 , 2018

Australia to award Smart Farming Partnerships grants

The grants are aimed at improving soil health, innovation, digital farming and next-generation weather forecasting.

June 26 , 2018

SanLucar opens Dubai office amid rising demand

The German company aims not just to boost its business in Dubai, but in the Arab Gulf and Middle Eastern region in general.

June 26 , 2018

Strawberries in Charts: The king of berries sees its biggest month ever

"The response to the massive surge in volumes is reflected in the lowest prices we’ve seen in May in the last four years."

June 26 , 2018

U.S. soft citrus market filling up as SH supplies increase

With rising volumes from Chile, Peru, Uruguay and South Africa, U.S. market prices are expected to decline.

June 26 , 2018

First red-flesh Kissabel apples harvested in Southern Hemisphere

Ifored consortium members including Unifrutti, Dutoit, and Montague have picked the first fruit being grown under trials, amid hopes of a commercial crop within three years.

June 25 , 2018

AgroFresh and Del Monte team up to expand reach of banana freshness technology

AgroFresh says its RipeLock system can help retailers boost banana sales by keeping the fruit yellow and fresh for longer.

June 25 , 2018

India pushes back tariff implementation date for U.S. apples

The head of importer IG Internationa reportedly believes the 25% duty rise could lead to Washington apple volumes dropping by two-thirds.

June 25 , 2018