Early fig season causes problems for Turkish exporters

A major Turkish fig company says European supermarkets were not prepared for the peak volumes that came 15-20 days earlier than normal this year.

October 25 , 2016

South Africa 'unlocking' blueberry investment funds

Trevor McKenzie says the arrival of low chill genetics has been a key factor in the 'exponential increase' in blueberry plantings over the last two years.

October 24 , 2016

Photo Gallery: Specialty Mexican produce on display

We show just some of the artistic displays and niche products that were on show at PMA Fresh Summit.

October 24 , 2016

U.S.: Rambutans "becoming more mainstream", says HLB Specialties exec

With a new approach to the exotic fruit, HLB Specialties is finding more interest in rambutans from retailers.

October 24 , 2016

U.S.: Mexican growers bet on crops for growing Asian, Latin populations

From long beans to litchis, jicamas to jalapeños, Mexican growers are increasingly looking to culturally-oriented crops to find their fortunes in the United States.

October 24 , 2016

NZ: Seeka undergoes rebrand to reflect produce diversity

Chief executive Michael Franks says the company now does a lot more than simply grow and export kiwifruit.

October 24 , 2016

U.S.: Veggie noodle craze spirals into retail market

On trend and no longer just a niche concept, the vegetable-based pasta market is now "al dente" and ready to be served.

October 24 , 2016

South Africa: Citrogold launches new mandarin hybrid

Further hectarage allocations of the Leanri will only be made in 2020 and will depend on the market response to the variety.

October 24 , 2016

Australia: TR4-infested farm settlement to proceed

Following the confirmation that another Queensland farm does not contain the disease, the buyout of the Tully property will now go ahead.

October 21 , 2016

Japan in BanaBay's sights this year

The Ecuadorian-British company made its first inroads into Singapore this year, and is finding increased Asian demand for organic and fairtrade fruit.

October 21 , 2016