Brussels' main wholesale market closed down in wake of terror attacks

The Mabru wholesale market in Brussels closed earlier today in the wake of the terror attacks on the Belgian capital's airport and metro systems.

March 22 , 2016

Australia: Conditions set scene for 'bumper' avocado crop

After prices reached "unheard of levels" earlier this year in Australia, avocado consumers will be able breathe a sigh of relief as the peak season gets closer.

March 22 , 2016

Mexico to encourage citrus exports with new irradiation plant

The project is expected to raise shipments by helping growers meet phytosanitary requirements in overseas markets.

March 22 , 2016

Peru anticipates mandarin export protocol with Japan

If Japanese mandarin market access is gained, Peru's table grapes and blueberries will be next in line.

March 22 , 2016

New route cuts 10 days from Chile-India shipping

"“Now we can do a lot more Chilean kiwifruit, more Chilean grapes and more Chilean stonefruit," says IG International's Tarun Arora.

March 22 , 2016

U.S. and Cuba reach agricultural agreement breakthrough

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced several measures aimed at fostering "further collaboration between the U.S. and Cuban agriculture sectors".

March 21 , 2016

IFCO aims to have 'wood grain' RPCs in every U.S. Walmart produce section

A produce sector display revamp is afoot with the leading retailer in the USA.

March 21 , 2016

China: More Chilean cherry marketing needed for 2016-17 deal, says GWM

Chilean cherry growers obtained good returns with a shorter crop this recent season, but next year volumes could surge and they'll have to hit the market for an earlier Chinese New Year.

March 21 , 2016

NZ: Zespri to release more SunGold kiwifruit licenses

Depending on market performance, the kiwifruit marketer could release up to 1,600ha in licenses until 2019.

March 21 , 2016

TPP, climate change top agenda in Vilsack visit to Chile

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says Chile and Peru are poised to be regional leaders in addressing the effects of climate change.

March 18 , 2016