Acorbat's 2018 international meeting to address hot banana industry topics

Biotechnology, climate change and TR4 are the three major topics to be discussed at the event being held in Miami in May.

March 15 , 2018

U.S.: Weather troubles create "vacuum" in Mexican lime volumes

One supplier says the U.S. market has been "crazy" recently, and noted that fruit quality in general from Veracruz had been poor.

March 15 , 2018

Chile: Shenzhen Kingship announces investment plan for blueberries, cherries

Under the new project, the major Chinese company expects to process 150 containers of cherries and 100 of blueberries per season.

March 15 , 2018

Maluma yields outperform Hass in Peruvian avocado trials, claims Talsa

The Peruvian grower-exporter is pushing the envelope with orchard density and to great effect, with expectations to hit 39MT per hectare on one farm this upcoming season.

March 15 , 2018

NZ: Zespri shareholders vote to ensure greater grower control

About 75% of shareholders have voted to change a number of aspects relating to Zespri's constitution, the most important centering on who can be a shareholder.

March 14 , 2018

Sustainable produce packaging debate far from wrapped up

To address what is arguably the hottest issue in fresh produce right now, in this special feature we profile a wide variety of industry leaders and innovators to discuss the practicalities, technologies and ambitions around plastics, biodegradability and alternative materials.

March 14 , 2018

U.S.: Florida blueberry volumes could increase in 2018

The expectations of a good production year come despite the impacts of Hurricane Irma on the industry last September.

March 14 , 2018

U.S. approves irradiation treatment for Peruvian blueberries

The rule, which is effective as of March 13, allows for fruit to be treated with irradiation at approved facilities in the U.S.

March 14 , 2018

State of the Market - Week 10, 2018

Blueberry prices fell in the U.S. market in week 10, mainly due to condition issues.

March 14 , 2018

Beva Fruits International further strengthens global sourcing base

The company prides itself on taking all grades and sizes, and, according to CEO Bruno Edery, has a "lean and mean" operating style that allows it to maximize grower returns.

March 14 , 2018