NZ apple export season running late but looking 'promising'

Pipfruit NZ says the industry will begin alligning its proprietary varieties to become more customer-focused.

January 22 , 2015

Argentina: Union strikes postponed as talks with CAFI continue

Strikes over a pay dispute that threatened to delay the Argentine pear harvest have been pushed back.

January 22 , 2015

Australia: Costa family ponders IPO

Australia's largest privately-owned produce company may change hands through a share market listing or an outright sale.

January 22 , 2015

U.S.: Workers vote 'yes' for Hunts Point Terminal Market deal

After achieving the "best wage and benefits package in two decades", unionists at the Hunts Point Terminal Market have called on the local government for support to renovate vital infrastructure for feeding New York City.

January 21 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 3, 2015

White seedless grape prices hit the lowest levels seen in three years during week 3 in Europe.

January 21 , 2015

'The ball is in the West's court' to solve food import ban, says Russian minister

The ruble may be on the mend and diplomats are hopeful for a Russia-EU agricultural trade resolution, but challenges still remain.

January 21 , 2015

Mexico: Fresh Produce Social Responsibility Alliance incorporates two new members

Two leading Mexican grower associations have joined a new group that aims to raise the bar in worker treatment on farms.

January 21 , 2015

Moroccan citrus expectations drop following adverse weather

Only 30% of Morocco's citrus crop is believed to be of export quality after rain and strong winds last November.

January 21 , 2015

South African pomegranate season running two weeks early

The head of the South African pomegranate industry gives a seasonal outlook on production and markets.

January 21 , 2015

Subsole forecasts strong year for Chilean kiwifruit

A Chilean kiwifruit exporter forecasts less competition with New Zealand green varieties this year.

January 21 , 2015