Chilean avocado exports could drop by half this season, says Cabilfrut

Despite an attractive domestic avocado market this season, a large Chilean grower has warned there will be consequences if the industry loses focus on foreign trade.

December 10 , 2014

Belgian port prepared for strike action next week

Many companies in the Port of Antwerp have advised shipping lines not to make calls on certain days next week.

December 09 , 2014

Costa Rica prepares pineapple export program for China

A Costa Rican pineapple industry representative says it's important to learn from other sectors already shipping to China.

December 09 , 2014

U.K.: Co-operative Food pledges three-year commitment to home-grown produce

The Co-operative supermarket chain says British consumers are strongly in favor of buying locally-sourced produce.

December 09 , 2014

France: Blue Whale anticipates 15% rise in pear volumes

One of France's biggest pipfruit growers says an active domestic consumption is allaying oversupply concerns.

December 09 , 2014

Indian grape sector strengthened by 2014 export campaign

An increasing number of Indian table grape growers are learning how best to produce their fruit to meet high international trade standards.

December 09 , 2014

NZ: T&G granted approval to acquire Apollo Apples

BayWa's share of New Zealand's apple exports will soon increase to 35%.

December 09 , 2014

Peruvian artichoke shipments see solid growth

The value of Peru's artichoke exports to the U.S. shot by a third this year.

December 05 , 2014

U.S.: West Coast exporters 'substantially delayed', says Western Growers

Western Growers says there are exporters 'backing off' their shipping volumes due to congestion in West Coast ports, and it is unclear when conditions will begin to improve.

December 05 , 2014

NZ trade tariff costs down by a quarter since 2012

Horticulture New Zealand's head says progress on trade tariff reduction enhances Asian trade opportunities.

December 05 , 2014