Fresh produce takes greater perishables share at Lufthansa Cargo

A German airline executive notes an uptick in fruit and vegetable imports into Europe, with an added surge in re-exports to China.

February 14 , 2017

California: Heavy rainfall brings flooding to San Joaquin

A California citrus industry representative says while this winter's heavy rainfall has delayed harvesting activities, overall "nobody is complaining".

February 14 , 2017

Dutch CBS checks are "24 times less effective", claims Spain's Citrus Management Committee

The Citrus Growers Association of Southern Africa denies that European countries carry out their inspection activities in a different manner to each other.

February 14 , 2017

U.S.: 2016-17 Florida orange forecast continues to fall

The USDA's Agricultural Statistics Board's has pegged Florida's orange forecast 1% lower than in January.

February 13 , 2017

Mission Produce to open four new avocado ripening centers worldwide

During Fruit Logistica in Berlin, company executives discussed market development and their take on Latin American trade issues.

February 13 , 2017

Argentina apple exporters look to "regain ground in Brazilian market"

Unfavorable exchange rates continue to plague the Argentine pome fruit industry, but Mexico may soon offer some relief to exporters.

February 13 , 2017

USDA extends comment period for Colombian avocado access

U.S. authorities have given the industry around a month longer to submit comments about a proposed rule to allow avocado imports from Colombia.

February 13 , 2017

Australian court dismisses Pink Lady America’s stay application

Australia's APAL says it will issue the Chilean export license for the 2017 in the same format as with other southern hemisphere territories.

February 13 , 2017

Japanese company sells heart-shaped strawberries for Valentine's Day

The unique-looking strawberries are being sold at US$11 a pop.

February 10 , 2017

WAPA forecasts Southern Hemisphere pome fruit crop to rise 9% this year

The Washington Apple Commission's Todd Fryhover has been elected as president of the global pome fruit organization.

February 10 , 2017