Ecuador's pineapple export renewal

The industry has recovered since the 2008 crisis but its export destination portfolio is now markedly different.

July 27 , 2017

U.S. cherry sector hopes to educate the British about Rainier cherries

“This is the first time we’ve held an event like this in the U.K.,” says George Smith of the USA's Northwest Cherry Growers.

July 27 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 29, 2017

Prices of oranges and clementines were slowly declining in the U.S. in week 29 amid increasing arrival volumes.

July 27 , 2017

Import surge puts Mercosur on equal footing with U.S. for European fruit

The European Union (EU) has substantially raised its fruit export profile in Brazil despite the effects of the country's ongoing economic and political crisis.

July 27 , 2017

How much fresh produce has Russia destroyed under import ban?

The latest figures released by Russia's consumer watchdog may shock you.

July 26 , 2017

South African macadamia nut processor to greatly expand capacity

A phenonemal increase in production is expected from South Africa in the near future, along with a decrease in demand for in-shell nuts from China.

July 26 , 2017

India: Armed guards deployed to protect tomato shipments amid price hike

Traders in a wholesale market requested security after prices for the staple ingredient skyrocketed in just a few weeks.

July 26 , 2017

Chinese inspectors to visit Colombian avocado orchards

ICA expects Chinese inspectors to visit in September with the goal of setting import requirements and risk assessments for eventual market access.

July 26 , 2017

Peruvian blueberry industry expects to double volume again in 2017-18

The Chinese market opening in late 2016 could not have been more timely, with a huge surge in Peruvian blueberry volume expected this year.

July 26 , 2017

The Ogg Blogg: A visit to Bogotá's Paloquemao Market

Fresh Fruit Portal editor Matt Ogg walks you through the Colombian capital's Paloquemao Market, where giant guanabanas (soursops) reign supreme alongside a colorful range of produce.

July 26 , 2017