Chilean Kiwi Kiss exporter expects improved prices in 2017

Sizing may be down in general for the New Zealand-developed variety, but an exporter says quality, firmness and color are all positive.

April 24 , 2017

Australia: Piñata Farms to increase Honey Gold mango plantings

Strong domestic demand and record grower returns meant only a tiny fraction of the crop was exported this season.

April 24 , 2017

Major South African kiwifruit player goes for gold with new varieties

It may be a small industry, but its leading grower is betting on new cultivars to fetch better returns domestically and in Europe.

April 24 , 2017

Cherry production could become a reality in Peru in four years

A Sierra and Selva Exportadora representative believes cherries could easily be grown in the country's mountainous region to reach export markets before Chile and Argentina.

April 24 , 2017

ProHass: Further reductions likely for Peruvian avocado forecast

The total volume will still be higher than last season despite flood effects; some will just need to leave fruit on trees for longer.

April 21 , 2017

Fiji eyes increased produce exports with new irradiation facility

This project is expected to heavily benefit the 250 growers and 15 exporters of fruits and vegetables in the country.

April 21 , 2017

Slight drop for California table grape acreage

Statistics show Allison, Scarlett Royal and Krissy were the table grape varieties with the most new plantings in 2016.

April 21 , 2017

Cool Fresh, Capespan kick-start social projects in Eastern Cape’s citrus belt

The companies are working with Cape Town-based NGO Little Libraries to improve literacy in rural areas.

April 21 , 2017

Indian mango exports to pick up pace

APEDA has forecast almost a 10% rise in exports as growth markets like South Korea, the U.S. and Australia develop.

April 21 , 2017

Protected English asparagus mission heads to Brussels

Vale of Evesham Asparagus was given Protected Geographical Indication by the European Commission late last year.

April 20 , 2017