Chile: ANFACH calls for national customs worker strike

The union claims a recent government proposal goes against previous agreements, with an indefinite strike called to start today at 8am.

May 24 , 2017

NZ: Freshmax announces exclusive strawberry IP licensing deal

Trials will now begin in New Zealand for the Flavia and Flaminia varieties developed by Italy's CIV.

May 24 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 20, 2017

Receivers on the U.S. East Coast in week 20 reported there were signs that the Gala apple market would improve.

May 24 , 2017

Colombia: Pacific Fruits expands export offering

One of Colombia's leading avocado players is broadening its horizons by adding limes and pineapples into the mix.

May 24 , 2017

Peru: Giant African snail outbreak worsens after heavy rains

The snails have been present in Peru since 2012 and have mainly been affecting banana plantations in the north.

May 24 , 2017

Fresh produce skin glow beats a suntan, Aussie research finds

Could recent research on fruits and vegetables turn the beauty industry on its head?

May 23 , 2017

Frosts bring "urgency" to NZ kiwifruit harvest

However, the head of NZKGI emphasizes the frosts experienced by the industry recently are not unusual and are something growers take into consideration.

May 23 , 2017

Australian café's 'avolatte' causes a stir

It is said to be unclear whether the coffee served in an avocado skin is a tongue-in-cheek marketing campaign or simply an example of "peak hipster."

May 23 , 2017

International marketing award for inspiring children to eat fresh produce

The award is open to all suppliers and marketers, and the winner will be announced at the London Produce Show to be held next month.

May 23 , 2017

GlobalG.A.P. launches new TR4 disease biosecurity add-on for bananas

The tool allows growers to perform a detailed risk assessment of their banana plantations and provides the basic points in the preparation of a mitigation plan.

May 23 , 2017