Russia to lift ban on Egyptian fresh produce imports

After high-level talks the ban appears to be short-lived.

September 28 , 2016

New Peruvian airport open for business

The Pisco International Airport has upgraded cargo facilities and could be key for several important Peruvian crops including table grapes and asparagus.

September 28 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 38, 2016

Chilean blueberries notched higher prices than the Australian and Peruvian competition in Asia during week 38, according to Decofrut.

September 28 , 2016

Iranian kiwifruit to "rock" Indian market, says IG International

The move follows a significant uptick in imports of Chilean kiwifruit, which saw margins tighten against New Zealand product.

September 28 , 2016

Fire strikes Argentine blueberry packhouse

An exporter whose packhouse has been burnt down says thankfully there were no personnel affected by the incident.

September 28 , 2016

Australian Government waters down backpacker tax

Grower body Ausveg says the reduction in the proposed tax from 32.5% to 19% ought to reassure backpackers and growers alike.

September 27 , 2016

"Aussie diets fail the test", CSIRO survey shows

The largest ever survey of its kind reveals Australians may not be as healthy as previously thought.

September 27 , 2016

U.S.: New apple gives Stemilt something to 'Rave' about

As a cross between Honeycrisp and an unreleased variety, Stemilt believes the new apple could be the next standout in the produce department.

September 27 , 2016

North American cranberry crop "significantly larger" in 2016

One million more barrels of cranberries than last year are set to be harvested in the lead-up to Thanksgiving in 2016.

September 27 , 2016

Spain: Hail damages could hit €10M for Valencian growers

Citrus, grapes and persimmons were among the worst hit crops from a hailstorm that hit Spain over the weekend.

September 26 , 2016