NZ: Seeka's earnings and Hayward volumes set to slump in 2017

New Zealand's largest post-harvest operator expects the green kiwifruit crop to fall by up to 25% across the industry next year.

December 21 , 2016

U.S. authorities to allow Argentine lemon imports

Despite receiving its fair share of criticism from Californian industry, APHIS has made the decision to allow imports of lemons from Northwest Argentina.

December 20 , 2016

U.S.: Calavo revenues rise despite Mexican avocado strikes

Volume was down by more than a quarter, but "disciplined sourcing and sales management" helped gross margins rise in the fourth quarter.

December 20 , 2016

Chilean dried berry company diversifies product line to expand horizons

Chilean company Vilkun has developed its own quick freeze dried (QFD) for 100% healthy fruit snacks.

December 20 , 2016

Photo Gallery: Vilkun's berry farms and healthy snacks

From the volcanic southern reaches of Chile, the team at Vilkun are also erupting onto the healthy dried fruit snack scene.

December 20 , 2016

U.S.: FDA gives green light for heart-healthy stickers on avocados

Until recently there were limits for fruit that didn't meet "low fat" requirements, such as avocados.

December 20 , 2016

U.S.: California Citrus Mutual welcomes freezing temperatures

The organization estimates more than US$25 million was spent by Central Valley citrus growers over the weekend on frost protection.

December 20 , 2016

California: Western Growers applauds passage of water bill into law

Tom Nassif says the measures will aid 'thousands of businesses and millions of lives' devastated by a combination of Mother Nature and 'broken policies'.

December 20 , 2016

NZ: Fruitcraft launches new "Dazzle" apple variety

Amidst a stream of new apple varieties hitting the global market in a bid to replace flagging cultivars, will Dazzle live up to its name?

December 19 , 2016

Ceuta Produce given honors by Mexican Labor Department

The parent company of U.S. distributor Farmer’s Best received the distinction for its inclusiveness practices.

December 19 , 2016