APM Terminals expands portfolio with major acquisition

ATP has reached an agreement to acquire a majority stake in a company that has terminals in Turkey, Mexico, Spain and the Canary Islands.

September 09 , 2015

Israel lifts vegetable import tariffs due to supply shortage

With Israel gearing up for the High Holiday season, the country's Minister of Agriculture is taking action to reduce tomato and cucumber prices.

September 09 , 2015

Mexico: Apple industry head warns of U.S. imports amid record forecasts

Mexico is expecting a record apple production this year of 18 million boxes, and an industry head is concerned local prices could hit 2013 levels.

September 09 , 2015

U.S.: Google to test fresh food delivery service

Google Express will start to compete against AmazonFresh later this year with a delivery service trial due to take place in two U.S. cities.

September 09 , 2015

Canada green lights Peruvian blueberry imports

Having gained access to Canada's US$186 million blueberry import market, Peru has listed a host of other countries it has set its sights on.

September 08 , 2015

Aussie blueberry marketing keeps prices steady amid rapid growth

The promotion practices of the Australian Blueberry Growers' Association (ABGA) serve as a positive example for smaller producing countries looking to boost their domestic markets.

September 08 , 2015

Peru steps up preventative measures for El Niño

The Peruvian government is to reallocate funds from regional departments to prepare for what looks set to be a significant El Niño event.

September 08 , 2015

Purple potatoes may help in fight against bowel cancer, study finds

Researchers claim the same colour compounds that give potatoes and other fruit and vegetables their vibrant colours may be effective in suppressing cancer growth.

September 08 , 2015

U.S.: Salmonella linked to Mexican cucumbers leaves one dead

More than 285 have been sickened across 27 states, with a California company believed to have distributed the vegetables in question.

September 08 , 2015

U.S.: China could be 'number three market' for Washington apples this season

The Washington Apple Commission's Todd Fryhoover discusses what's in store for the 2015-16 season, including varietal trends, production estimates and expectations for key markets.

September 08 , 2015