Naturipe Farms exec Verloop resigns

The marketing veteran has made a "significant and lasting" contribution to the company, in the words of CEO Dwight Ferguson.

October 31 , 2016

Peru reflects on successful avocado season

ProHass' Arturo Medina said volumes, prices and quality had all been good for the campaign that finished in September.

October 28 , 2016

Argentina slashed airfreight blueberry export volume this week

Of the 14 charter flights planned this week only three actually took off, reflecting a challenging market situation with low prices.

October 28 , 2016

Australian growers scared to speak out about contract irregularities

In grower consultations, Australia's competition watchdog did not find anyone who was happy with the existing Horticulture Code of Conduct.

October 28 , 2016

Sustainability a key focus at upcoming Amsterdam Produce Show

Dutch-based IDH will be highlighting what can be gained from a sustainable supply chain at the Amsterdam Produce Show and Conference (APS) next week.

October 28 , 2016

Chilean fruit exports rise 6% over 2015-16 season

Chilean apple export volumes displaced table grapes in 2015-16, while avocado exports grew 76% and China became the second-largest market.

October 28 , 2016

U.K.: Affinitus to push into Dutch market with 'bespoke' software solution

A representative from the British software solutions specialist says attending the Amsterdam Produce Show is the perfect way to get the company's foot in the door.

October 27 , 2016

Citrus Management Committee claims South Africa "avoiding" Spanish ports

The organization alleges South Africa's lower citrus black spot interception count this year can be partly attributed to fewer exports to Spain.

October 27 , 2016

Chinese consumers 'more accepting' of produce e-commerce, says Yiguo

An executive from a leading Chinese online fresh food retailer says the sector is developing rapidly and becoming more cost-efficient.

October 27 , 2016

Chilean nectarine exporters outline plans for inaugural Chinese mainland deal

Chilean fruit growers expect the recently announced Chinese opening for their nectarines will not only bring export benefits in Asia, but could take some weight off the U.S. market as well.

October 27 , 2016