Ecuador: banana exporters may focus on China over EU, says Seatrade

Ivo Ravelli says EU tariff cuts might not come soon enough for Ecuador, with other markets showing more potential.

September 02 , 2014

Business Social Compliance Initiative expresses 'great concern' over Andy Hall case

An organization that works with hundreds of European retailers and importers has said it's 'time for cooperation rather than litigation', in response to the charges brought against activist Andy Hall.

September 01 , 2014

Thailand: Andy Hall feels confident ahead of trial tomorrow

Andy Hall feels recent reactions from European buyers were prompted by "ridiculous" statements from the Thai Pineapple Industry Association (TPIA).

September 01 , 2014

BanaBay starts operations in China

U.K. fruit company BanaBay has continued its rapid expansion with the opening of a new office in Shanghai.

September 01 , 2014

China: Great-Sun Foods plans stock market listing

After recording sluggish export results, China's Great-Sun Foods is raising capital to invest in better processing and distribution centers.

September 01 , 2014

Ecuador hopes international event will help enhance mango industry

An Ecuadorian mango sector spokesperson says the industry needs to improve in various areas to boost trade.

September 01 , 2014

Chiquita denies Guatemalan water contamination claims

Banana trader Chiquita has described claims in a recent lawsuit as inaccurate, and says invitations for mediation have gone unanswered.

September 01 , 2014

'U.S. blueberry farming practices need to evolve', says Giant Berry Farms

With phenomenal North American blueberry production forecast, one company says big changes are needed.

September 01 , 2014

China: dismaying imported fruit numbers for Mid-Autumn festival

Australian citrus is one of many imported fruits that have suffered from flat sales in China recently.

September 01 , 2014

Thailand: 300,000 sign petitions to drop charges against Andy Hall

The number of petitioners in support of Andy Hall continues to rise, joining the likes of United Nordic, leading U.K. retailers and Fyffes.

August 31 , 2014