U.S. opens door for Jamaican mango shipments

They probably won't stir up the market, but Jamaican mangoes have been approved for export to the U.S.

September 24 , 2014

Mexico and China agree to berry export protocols

China and Mexico have reached an agreement for berry exports, with protocols set to be signed by November.

September 23 , 2014

China publishes new produce import approval list

Washington apples and Israeli citrus are just two of several new fresh fruit items listed by China's AQSIQ as approved for import.

September 23 , 2014

Turkish fig season gets underway

Univeg is preparing to receive around 50 truckloads of Black Bursas from the world's biggest fig exporter.

September 23 , 2014

Mexico and Canada work to strengthen agri-trade alliance

A Mexico-specific distribution center will be built in Canada as part of plans to bolster the countries' trade relationship.

September 23 , 2014

Colombia steps up fight against contraband produce

Colombian authorities have introduced a phone number for people to report 'the worst pest in agriculture'.

September 23 , 2014

U.K.: purple carrots go on sale at Tesco

Tesco has turned back time with its unique introduction of purple carrots originally popularized in 17th century Britain.

September 23 , 2014

Costa Rican pineapple growers get thumbs up for pesticide control

Authorities have found a good level of pesticide control on Costa Rica's pineapple farms, but a recent study in a banana-growing area has not been so positive.

September 23 , 2014

New research shows Canary Islands tomato potential

Canary Islands tomato exports could grow 60% if a series of new measures are introduced.

September 23 , 2014

Forging direct links between Peru and the old continent

European buyers give their take on a recent visit to see Peru's produce logistics, farms, packhouses and markets.

September 22 , 2014