Are Mexican avocado troubles part of tit-for-tat play over U.S. potatoes?

A Mexican state minister believes so, but the head of the U.S. National Potato Council says his group's approach to gaining market access is science-based.

January 26 , 2017

Aussie mangoes maintain niche premium in Chinese market

AMIA CEO Robert Gray says exporters are increasingly taking the direct route to China despite protocol challenges, and the recent entry of Ecuadorian competition has not had much impact.

January 26 , 2017

Japan, Thailand "very likely" to open for Western Australian avocados next season

After years of negiations, Japan has reportedly confirmed it will audit Western Australia exporters and packers in February.

January 26 , 2017

Canada seeks to bolster food safety regulations

The update aims to consolidate numerous regulations, put greater emphasis risk prevention, and create more harmonization between Canada and the U.S.

January 26 , 2017

U.S. produce company gains EFI certification for Mexican farms

U.S.-based fruit and vegetable grower-marketer Alpine Fresh has received an Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) certification for two farms in Mexico.

January 26 , 2017

Don't let the U.S. get left behind on trade, urges United Fresh CEO

The head of the U.S. produce advocacy group warns that "our potential trading partners won’t sit idly by."

January 25 , 2017

Chiquita launches new banana shipping service

The new dedicated service is expected to cut fruit transit times to LA by around four days.

January 25 , 2017

Uncertainty hovers over USDA press policy

Despite a memo sent to ARS staff saying no "public-facing documents" may be released, a USDA head has sought to allay concerns.

January 25 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 3, 2017

South African plum sales were under pressure in Europe in week 3 as the first Chilean fruit started to arrive.

January 25 , 2017

EU-Canada FTA moves one step closer

Spain's FEPEX says Canada will eliminate all of its tariffs for EU fruit and vegetable imports once the deal comes into effect.

January 25 , 2017