U.S.: Calavo's Intense Tomato gains fair trade certification

An executive from the produce giant says the 'innovate and exclusive' Mexico-origin tomato will fill a need for new products and boost supermarket sales.

October 12 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 40, 2016

Avocado farm worker strikes in the Mexican state of Michoacan affected volumes in the U.S. in week 40.

October 12 , 2016

Russia lifts ban on Turkish citrus, stonefruit

Almost one year after one of their biggest markets was cut off, Russia has now reopened to Turkish citrus and stonefruit exporters.

October 12 , 2016

New AHEA CEO works to resolve Australia’s supply chain stoush

While Australia’s grower-dominated produce model comes with its benefits, a new export sector head says the industry may be "losing out".

October 12 , 2016

Dole acquires Chile's TucFrut Farms

The multinational will soon have its first own blueberry production in Chile, following the purchase of farms that also produce apples and kiwifruit.

October 11 , 2016

U.S.: Florida grapefruit spared by hurricane

An executive from the Florida Department of Citrus reportedly said much of the industry experienced a 'small miracle'.

October 11 , 2016

Panama Canal opens bidding for Pacific port concession

Four companies have pre-qualified to bid for the development and operation of a huge port on the Panama Canal's Pacific entrance.

October 11 , 2016

South Africa: First Royal Honey Murcott mandarin exports likely in 2018

An early season mandarin has had an "extraordinary performance" for Australian growers, and now it is being tested in key citrus regions around the world.

October 11 , 2016

"High-tech, cool vibe" to define Amsterdam Produce Show and Conference

We catch up with the brains behind the new event as well as an organic beetroot farmer who will be leading a tour in conjunction with the fair.

October 11 , 2016

Bolivia triples U.S.-bound quinoa exports over decade

A representative of Bolivia's quinoa industry says the sector is going through a 'transitional phase', with the first exports into Asia and a new focus on traceability.

October 11 , 2016