China to lift import bans on Philippine fruit companies

As relations between China and the Philippines improve, so to does the likelihood of renewal in the fruit trade.

October 10 , 2016

Peru set for "super production" of mangoes

One Peruvian mango shipper that has until now been focused on Europe is turning its attention to Asia, with the first trial shipments due this season.

October 10 , 2016

Chilean Walnut Commission to invest US$10M in promotion

The move comes in response to new market openings, but the sector must do more to improve efficiency in the face of weather challenges like what was experienced in April this year.

October 10 , 2016

Colombian pineapple company ventures into exports, processing

Not only is Bengala Agrícola set to double its pineapple production next year, but is also planning significant avocado plantings.

October 10 , 2016

U.S.: Hurricane Matthew weakens, but southern states still on alert

PortMiami and Port Everglades have been reopened for business, but further north in Georgia people are bracing for the storm.

October 07 , 2016

Australia: Sundrop Farms opens US$152M sustainable tomato facility

The new farm uses solar power and desalinated seawater to grow tomatoes across 20 hectares of greenhouses.

October 07 , 2016

News to tell? Reach out to us at PMA Fresh Summit

It's that time of year again for just about anyone who is involved with the U.S. fruit and vegetable market.

October 07 , 2016

Landlocked Ethiopia connected to seaport through new railway

The Chinese-built US$3.4 billion railway will dramatically cut transit times for exporters who previously used trucks to reach the port.

October 07 , 2016

Colombia: Major avocado packhouse upgrade to aid 'booming' industry

The US$2.5 million expansion project is expected to be of great benefit to growers who have until now lacked the means to export their fruit.

October 07 , 2016

U.S.: Hurricane Matthew upgraded to Category 4

The largest mandatory evacuation in the U.S. since 2012 is underway, as imports come to a standstill with the reported closures of the USDA and FDA in Florida.

October 06 , 2016