U.S. apple exporters hit with fees in Mexico

As anti-dumping investigations continue, the Mexican Government has ordered provisional duty payments from some of the biggest names in the U.S. apple industry.

January 06 , 2016

Great expectations for processed Peruvian peppers

Whether it be in the U.S. or South Korea, pizza preparation trends have propelled Peruvian processed pepper exports.

January 06 , 2016

U.S. Colombian orange import permit suspension 'no inconvenience'

Orange and lime exporter Lorenzo Pico gives the Colombian perspective on a recent APHIS decision.

January 06 , 2016

Peruvian ag exports to rise 3.4% in 2016

Even though farmers are preoccupied with the threat of El Niño, Peru is set to increase agricultural exports this year.

January 06 , 2016

FLIA 2016: The home-harvesting tomato plant that keeps on giving

As part of a series on Fruit Logistica Innovation Award nominees, we look at a 'Kitchen Minis Tomato' concept that is taking Scandinavia by storm.

January 06 , 2016

Australia: Woolworths enters Chinese online retail market

Australian products are set for another boost in China now that Woolworths has a store on Tmall Global.

January 06 , 2016

South Africa awaits U.S. AGOA negotiation results

South Africa is now in "extra time" as negotiations continue with the U.S. to try and maintain duty relief for exports, including many fruit crops.

January 06 , 2016

U.S.: Chiquita loses insurance dispute appeal

An Ohio appeals court has upheld a decision that produce group Chiquita will have to pay US$13 million to National Union Fire Insurance Co.

January 06 , 2016

Colombia conducts mock Panama Disease TR4 drill

Panama Disease Tropical Race IV has not yet been reported in Colombia, but growers and authorities in the northern department of Magdalena are getting prepared nonetheless.

January 05 , 2016

Hain Celestial expands European portfolio with U.K. acquisition

A company focused on natural and organic products expects up to US$65 million in net sales during 2016 after a recent acquisition.

January 05 , 2016