Opinion: What's in store for Chile's U.S.-bound blueberry trade?

Agronometrics CEO Colin Fain provides a visual representation of how supply shortages have evolved in the U.S. blueberry market.

May 05 , 2016

South Africa: New persimmon varieties could raise future production

While drought has put the strain on volumes this year, Jan Hoon of Franschhoek Marketing has an optimistic long-term outlook.

May 04 , 2016

French politician questions what’'s next for EU-U.S. TTIP negotiations

A French trade minister has said Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership talks could could come to a halt.

May 04 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 17, 2016

Slight price rises were seen for U.S. Granny Smiths in Asia, reaching higher levels than bi-colored and red varieties.

May 04 , 2016

Australia: Ausveg 'disappointed' by budget backpacker tax decision

Despite protests from growers, a proposed tax on migrant workers remains in Australia's Federal Budget.

May 04 , 2016

U.S.: CBC sues University of California over strawberry breeding program

California Berry Cultivars has remonstrated with the university over the "collapse" of protocols and precedents in developing strawberries.

May 03 , 2016

Canada: BC Tree Fruits forecasts record cherry season

A Canadian fruit grower cooperative expects an early and high-volume cherry deal this year.

May 03 , 2016

Chile could lose US$100M from walnut damages

The heaviest rains in April for 65 years have taken their toll on Chilean walnut farmers.

May 03 , 2016

Argentina kicks off second pome fruit campaign for China

Chinese inspectors have given the green light to Argentina's first shipments of apples and pears this season.

May 03 , 2016

EU: CAP aid applications deadline extended

Industry group Copa Cogeca has welcomed the extension, claiming producers from member states will be in a better position to put together comprehensive applications.

May 03 , 2016