Chinese authorities launch fresh investigation into fruit imports

At least one major Chinese fruit importer has had staff summoned by authorities as part of an investigation into a customs broker.

January 22 , 2015

U.S.: Chiquita puts price tag on Charlotte exit

Severance payments, relocation costs and incentive refunds are set to tally up to tens of millions of dollars for Chiquita Brands as part of its move out of Charlotte.

January 22 , 2015

Indian growers act quickly on EU mango ban withdrawal

India's mango farmers are jubilant at the news they will soon be able to export their fruit to Europe again.

January 22 , 2015

Chilean producer awarded prize for mobile lettuce cultivation system

A Chilean lettuce grower has implemented a hydroponic system that moves crops around the greenhouse.

January 22 , 2015

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