Chile's produce sector "needs to be on deck" as global competition rises, says Rabobank

Chile may still be well-positioned as a leading and reputable fruit supplier to import markets the world over, but a changing global scenario means the sector can no longer rest on its laurels.

October 25 , 2017

Spanish reservoir levels see sharp decline

Water storage levels in the country's top fruit and vegetable-growing regions in general are far below the 10-year average.

October 25 , 2017

South Africa suspends EU-bound citrus exports

Similar decisions have been made in previous years in order to maintain access to the EU market.

October 24 , 2017

China agrees to prioritize market access for Australian blueberries

The inclusion of blueberries on the priority list will progress after the existing access priority of mainland apples.

October 24 , 2017

Campaign launched to tackle banana fungus strain

The FAO is spearheading a US$98 million international drive against Fusarium wilt strain, which has now been identified at 19 sites in 10 countries.

October 24 , 2017

U.S.: Mann Packing recalls numerous vegetable products over listeria detection

Various store brands including Walmart, Trader Joe's and H-E-B are affected.

October 23 , 2017

Spanish avocado industry expects small drop in volumes for 2017-18

Another strong season is expected in the European market, which according to an industry representative has seen relatively stable prices all year.

October 23 , 2017

Eurosemillas eyes year-round Tango mandarin supply in medium-term

Spain is expected to produce some 25,000MT of the seedless variety in the upcoming campaign, with a further 2,000MT coming from Turkey.

October 23 , 2017

Peru: APM Terminals opens new reefer depot in Piura

The move is part of the company's strategy to decentralize the logistical infrastructure in the Andean country.

October 23 , 2017

Opinion: Instability, uncertainty may dampen South African farmers' optimism about ag future

Agri SA senior economist Hamlet Hlomendlini says that if President Zuma remains at the helm, much-needed business confidence "will remain a pie in the sky".

October 23 , 2017