State of the Market - Week 24, 2015

The European kiwifruit market saw limited demand in week 24.

June 17 , 2015

Moldova resumes fruit exports to Russia

Russia has permitted the entry of several key fruit crops from Moldova, although the number of eligible companies remains limited.

June 17 , 2015

New Zealand apples set to beat 10-year target

With a record production season, it is anticipated the New Zealand apple industry could reach NZ$1 billion in annual export receipts ahead of schedule.

June 17 , 2015

British scientist awarded prestigious medal for pea genetics research

Research carried out by a U.K. scientist is said to have great potential for improving the whole EU pea industry.

June 17 , 2015

Greenpeace urges EU action on pesticide use

A recent Greenpeace study found 70% of pesticides in samples taken across the EU had a 'very high overall toxicity to humans and wildlife'.

June 17 , 2015

U.K.-bound produce worth millions lost due to migrant 'contamination'

The French government is being urged to take action over the migrant crisis at a key port, with more than US$15 million of produce having been thrown away this year.

June 16 , 2015

China: Joyvio parent company to raise US$1.94B through IPO

Legend Holdings says it will use most of the funding raised from entering the stock market to boost strategic investments and acquisitions.

June 16 , 2015

Australia halts Korean pear imports

The Australian market will be closed to South Korean pear exporters until further notice due to a fire blight outbreak.

June 16 , 2015

Ghana port development to 'increase access to global markets'

APM Terminals has partnered with two other organizations to invest US$1.5 billion in a new deep-water port aimed at putting Ghana at the 'forefront of African global trade'.

June 16 , 2015

U.K.: Proud strawberry grower introduces new 'Summer Blush' variety

A grower says his new 'orangey red' cultivar has the 'wow factor', as the fruit hits Waitrose shelves.

June 16 , 2015