EC safety net measures extended for fruit, veg and dairy sectors

Speculations about prolonged measures for growers affected by the Russian ban have been confirmed by the European Commission.

July 31 , 2015

New legal tool launched to strengthen contract farming

With supermarket direct sourcing on the rise, a group of intergovernmental organizations including the FAO has released a legal guide to help farmers and buyers forge more equitable and sustainable contracts.

July 31 , 2015

Mexican lime exports surge in first five months of 2015

It may be the slowest part of the year, but at times Mexican lime shipments were edging on peak season numbers during the first half.

July 31 , 2015

Mexican Authorities find drugs in Colombian fruit pulp

Some 24,000kg of frozen berries exported to Mexico from Colombia were found to have diluted cocaine inside.

July 31 , 2015

Egyptian port development to allow ship movement all day and night

The construction of a side channel near Egypt's Suez Canal, partly funded by an APM Terminals subsidiary, will divert traffic from the main entrance.

July 31 , 2015

U.S.: School nutrition leaders to prep produce industry for Capitol Hill

Fruit and vegetable standards in schools are under attack in Washington D.C., says United Fresh.

July 30 , 2015

Millennials key to Brazilian produce marketing success

Fresh Insight founder Elena Ozeritskaya will be giving her thoughts on tapping consumer trends at PMA Fresh Connections: Brazil next month.

July 30 , 2015

Mango farmland triples in Argentina

Argentina is not usually associated with mangoes, but growers in the country's north are capitalizing on fast-growing demand.

July 30 , 2015

Ahold USA joins CIW Fair Food Program

The number of stores stocking Fair Food Program tomatoes is set to rise 75% with one of North America's leading grocers now taking part in the initiative.

July 29 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 30, 2015

Chilean kiwifruit achieved a good sales pace in China and Mexico during week 30.

July 29 , 2015