California: Ventura County counts the cost of Thomas Fire on crops

Avocados were the worst hit in terms of value while lemon crops suffered the most in terms of volume.

January 08 , 2018

Fairtrade America joins forces with environmental NGO

Through a partnership with '1% for the Planet', Fairtrade America-certified products will contribute to building climate friendly, sustainable supply chains.

January 08 , 2018

Chiquita may face jury over Colombian terrorist allegations

A Florida judge has denied a motion from the fruit company, meaning that in the absence of a settlement or other changes Chiquita could be the first U.S. corporation to go to trial under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA).

January 08 , 2018

U.K.: Wealmoor, Limones Piuranos acquire major Peruvian mango exporter

As part of the acquisition, the Wong family will retain some of their shareholding in Sunshine Export.

January 08 , 2018

Chile's 2017-18 cherry exports may exceed previous record by 10 million boxes

A gigantic uptick in volume this season hammers home the necessity of a US$5 million promotional campaign. 

January 05 , 2018

Idexcam: Peruvian banana exports to grow by at least 10% in three years

The Lima Chamber of Commerce highlights only a small percentage of the country's total crop is exported, drawing attention to high production levels in the domestically-oriented Amazonian department of San Martín.

January 05 , 2018

Mexico: Cold temperatures may impact papayas, limes

U.S.-based fruit importers have provided initial indications for supply amidst a cold front that has hit eastern and northeastern Mexico.

January 05 , 2018

Mexico: 10-year low for chill hour accumulation in Sonora grapes

While much of Mexico has been hit by cold weather, this winter has been unseasonably warm for the northwestern state of Sonora.

January 05 , 2018

Bombogenesis, the phenomenon behind North America's winter storm

The NOAA emphasizes the event is "not as scary as it sounds" and has provided an update on what to expect across parts of the U.S. and Canada, including much needed rain in California. 

January 04 , 2018

Grapes consolidate position as Peru's second-largest fruit export

ADEX reported the category accounts for 15% of Peru's total fruit exports, coming in behind avocados and ahead of blueberries.

January 04 , 2018