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

U.S. authorities approve GM Fuji apple

APHIS has given the green light to Arctic Fuji apples, building on OSF's already approved non-browning varieties Arctic Granny and Arctic Golden.

September 26 , 2016

Winds destroy banana crops in Panama

One Panamanian cooperative will end up exporting a quarter of its usual volume as a result of the event.

September 26 , 2016

Greek kiwifruit growers avoid gold varieties to stay Psa-free

At Asia Fruit Logistica we caught up with growers involved with an EU-backed branding initiative that is expanding its presence in China and the UAE.

September 26 , 2016

Australia: NT mango farmer accused of underpaying workers

Some workers allegedly weren't paid at all while others are reported as receiving an equivalent of US$2 an hour.

September 26 , 2016

International Blueberry Organization announces new president

The world’s leading blueberry industry body has made changes to its board, ushering in a new era of development and collaboration for the popular fruit.

September 23 , 2016

Chile: Apple exports rise while pear shipments fall

Chile's apple shipments to the U.S. rose by more than a third this year, while pear volumes were down to numerous destinations.

September 23 , 2016

Russia bans Egyptian produce imports

Not only has Russia banned Egyptian fruit and vegetable items, but so has the North African country's southern neighbor.

September 23 , 2016

NZ: T&G gains 'unexpected insights' from Zespri MoU in Bangkok

The Thai arrangement has gone "beyond expectations" for T&G, which is now opening up an office in Tokyo to bolster its Asian in-market presence.

September 23 , 2016

Colombian mango sector must prepare for exports, says grower

A major Colombian mango company has carried out its first ever exports this year, having been focused solely on the strong domestic market for three decades.

September 22 , 2016