IG International launches Belgian Conference pear in India

The head of India's leading fruit supplier says extensive promotional and educational campaigns are being carried out in the country.

November 24 , 2016

Driscoll's boosts proprietary blueberry plantings in Chile, Peru

Proprietary varieties are expected to represent around a fifth of the company's exports out of South America this season.

November 24 , 2016

Kenyan avocados enter more pre-ripening programs in Europe

At APS2016 we caught up with two Kenyan companies to discuss the export environment for avocados and passion fruit.

November 24 , 2016

Australia: Up to 15% of grape production damaged by adverse weather

Australian Table Grape Association CEO Jeff Scott says around 2,000 hectares of table grape production have been affected by recent hail, heavy rain and strong winds.

November 24 , 2016

'Body & Brains' brand links berries with good health

It is no secret that berries have a wide range of healthy attributes, but that might not necessarily be top of mind for consumers when they're doing the groceries.

November 24 , 2016

NZ: Zespri to release additional SunGold licenses

An additional NZ$500 million in sale revenue is expected to be earned by releasing 400 hectares of SunGold licenses every year until 2020.

November 24 , 2016

Natuurlijk showroom puts exotic fruit in the Rotterdam spotlight

Rather than just trading fruit, Dutch company Discovered teamed up with snack tomato company Tommies to offer a tourist attraction of exotic fruits in Rotterdam.

November 23 , 2016

Australia: VoH urges immediate solution on backpacker tax

The head of Voice of Horticulture says the issue is now 'beyond serious' and warns of fruit potentially being left on trees to rot.

November 23 , 2016

Freshmax NZ gears up for cherry export season

Freshmax is expecting record volumes of the Lani and Starletta varieties out of New Zealand this season.

November 23 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 46, 2016

Blueberry prices tended to stabilize in the U.S. in week 46, despite the abundant supply and inconsistent quality.

November 23 , 2016