U.S. port row has compromised US$50M in Chilean fruit exports, says Fedefruta

The U.S. Ambassador to Chile received leaders of Fedefruta yesterday to discuss effects from the West Coast port dispute.

February 19 , 2015

The Hass Horn: U.S. avocado supply outlook, 2015 and beyond

An experienced avocado industry veteran reveals his forecasts for the market's future and supply sources.

February 19 , 2015

Uber teams up with Xianfeng for Chinese fruit discount service

While Uber has been banned in many countries, the app is growing rapidly in China where it is also involved with fresh produce in one city.

February 19 , 2015

Imported fruit losing exotic appeal in China, says trader

China's efforts to halt corruption have affected gift giving, and therefore the sales of imported Australian premium fruits.

February 19 , 2015

NZ: Queensland fruit fly detected in Auckland

HortNZ has called for tougher biosecurity measures after the fourth fruit fly detection in three years.

February 19 , 2015

Mexico: Social responsibility alliance to 'expand' into retail, foodservice

Although no U.S. retailers have yet been invited to join a newly formed social responsibility alliance in Mexico, Wal-mart has pledged its support and has made several key changes since a damning LA Times investigation.

February 19 , 2015

Irish port boss: We want to be bigger, better, faster, stronger

Operators plan to turn the Irish port of Foynes into a key international shipping hub.

February 19 , 2015

Raspberries may be culprit in Australian Hep A outbreak

The Australian distributor that recalled frozen berry products is concentrating on raspberries from a specific source in China as a possible cause of the recent Hepatitis A outbreak.

February 18 , 2015

USDA considers allowing avocado imports from second Mexican state

Mexico's second-largest avocado production state could soon be allowed to ship the Hass variety to the U.S.

February 18 , 2015

U.S.: Perez port meetings 'positive and productive'

The U.S. Department of Labor says Secretary Perez yesterday told both parties in the West Coast port conflict an immediate agreement was 'imperative'.

February 18 , 2015