Mexico: Berries Paradise to double China-bound exports this season

A representative of a major berry exporter says there are cultural hurdles to overcome in exporting blackberries to China.

November 19 , 2015

Peru tests blueberry varieties for Biloxi alternative

One grower believes the Peruvian blueberry industry will know which new varieties to adopt in a couple of years, after access to better genetics was gained in 2012.

November 19 , 2015

French study claims "missing link" in pesticide effects on bees

The gap in toxicity rates between neonic use in the lab and the field may have been bridged by French scientists.

November 19 , 2015

Russia to ban Ukrainian food imports on Jan. 1

Historically, Ukraine's main produce exports to Russia have included tomatoes, apples, cucumbers and potatoes.

November 19 , 2015

Follow the Frieda: Playful branding seeks out younger consumers

Frieda's Specialty Produce CEO Karen Caplan discusses a new brand and footage that didn't make the 'Fear No Fruit' documentary.

November 19 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 46, 2015

Chilean cherry shipments to the U.S. were down 90% year-on-year during week 45, but blueberry volumes were up on 2014 levels.

November 18 , 2015

South Africa: Hail in Limpopo region damages citrus, mangoes

Producers of mangoes and citrus in Hoedspruit estimate around 20% of production could be shaved off the next seasons following recent hail.

November 18 , 2015

U.S.: Water use changes yield larger pomegranates at POM Wonderful

POM Wonderful has had to be creative in adapting to water allotments, but the result looks promising.

November 18 , 2015

Australian Pink Lady ruling not just about North America, claims PLA

Pink Lady America has accused Apple and Pear Australia Limited of misinformation in a court case regarding trademark use for Chilean fruit.

November 18 , 2015

Hurricane Patricia dents U.S.-bound Mexican fruit exports

Export volumes of key Mexican fruits to the U.S. dropped significantly in the weeks immediately after a category five hurricane stuck the country.

November 18 , 2015