State of the Market - Week 24, 2018

Chilean clementine prices in the U.S. declined this week amid greater available volumes, but the market remains strong.

June 21 , 2018

U.S.: China tariffs likely to affect apples, citrus more than cherries, says PMA rep

Richard Owen believes cherries will be a "good test" for evaluating potential effects on produce trade and says it is as yet unclear what the endgame is, amid escalating tensions.

June 21 , 2018

Limoneira acquires Chilean citrus company

The La Serena ranch currently has more than 300 acres of lemon and orange production, as well as the potential for around 500 acres of avocado production.

June 20 , 2018

U.S.: Dole adds industry veteran as president of vegetable division

Among other positions, the appointee has held roles of president of POM Wonderful and Ready Pac Foods.

June 20 , 2018

U.S.: Nicaraguan red dragon fruit two weeks away from high-volume launch

“We receive requests daily from shoppers asking for red-flesh dragon fruit because they have seen them on Instagram in smoothie bowls and beverages."

June 20 , 2018

First bananas grown on New Zealand plantation

The east coast of New Zealand's North Island reportedly has the perfect climate for a burgeoning banana industry.

June 20 , 2018

U.S.: Case count rises in Salmonella outbreak linked to pre-cut melon

So far almost half of the affected people have been hospitalized, and no deaths linked to the outbreak have been recorded.

June 20 , 2018

U.S.: Bill Gates-backed startup launches avocados with double shelf life

Del Rey Avocado Company is supplying avocados treated with the plant-derived product to Costco Wholesale stores in the U.S Midwest.

June 19 , 2018

Google to invest US$550M in Chinese e-commerce giant JD

The deal could help China's second-biggest e-commerce company boost its presence in the U.S. and Europe, while Google could bolster its retail ambitions in China.

June 19 , 2018

'Prepare now' for U.K. access challenges, warns Fresh Produce Consortium's Nigel Jenney

Whether it’s Brexit or plant health regulations, change is coming to the U.K. market, meaning global fresh produce operators cannot ignore the trading challenges ahead.

June 19 , 2018