Chile: Rain and snow further mitigate Coquimbo drought

A Chilean fruit industry representative says the Coquimbo region now has enough water to irrigation farms for two more years.

October 22 , 2015

Costa Rica forecasts banana losses of up to US$100M

Flooding that hit the Central American country earlier this year is causing ongoing problems for the banana and pineapple industries.

October 22 , 2015

Turkish port container facility on track for 2016 opening

APM Terminals says a new port opening will 'contribute significantly' to Turkey's export growth.

October 22 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 42, 2015

U.S. avocado prices were kept under pressure from abundant Mexican supply in week 42.

October 21 , 2015

Australia establishes AUD$1.2M national fruit fly council

The Queensland and Mediterranean fruit fly will be the focus of a new joint government and industry body in Australia.

October 21 , 2015

NZ: Record apple blossoms set scene for bumper crop

New Zealand's largest organic apple grower says a hot, sunny summer and cold, dry winter have been 'ideal' for the fruit coming on.

October 21 , 2015

Canada: CPMA congratulates new govt

The newly elected Liberal Party promises to give Canadian produce sellers protection at home, while restoring Canada’s preferential access to PACA provisions in the U.S.

October 20 , 2015

Upcoming season looks peachy for South African stonefruit

A steady increase in planting area and good weather conditions have contributed to a bullish export crop forecast in South Africa.

October 20 , 2015

Fyffes invests US$45M in melon, banana expansion

Fyffes could see its U.S. melon import capacity grow by a quarter this upcoming season, thanks to new investments in Central America.

October 20 , 2015

HLB detected in northeastern Mexican state

The Asian citrus psyllid has been found in three citrus orchards in a Mexican region bordering the U.S. state of Texas.

October 20 , 2015