International Blueberry Organization to host forum Down Under

Blueberry experts from around the globe will come to Coffs Harbour in September for a 'true blue' Aussie experience.

March 31 , 2015

Spain signs deal to open U.S. market for avocados and apricots

Spain's prioritization of new market openings means two more of the country's fruits will soon be able to reach the U.S.

March 31 , 2015

Russia trashes gray market apples

Recent photos show Russian authorities have dumped illegal fruit in landfill sites.

March 30 , 2015

U.K.: Earliest ever raspberries hit Waitrose shelves

British Summer Fruits (BSF) expects outdoor raspberry crops to be two weeks later than last year.

March 30 , 2015

NZ kiwifruit export season kicks off

Zespri's Lain Jager says New Zealand's kiwifruit volumes are set to be back to pre-Psa levels this year.

March 30 , 2015

Peru: Strong demand spurs on strawberry exports

A Peruvian industry head says improved technology could boost frozen strawberries' potential.

March 30 , 2015

U.S.: Driscoll's stands behind Sakuma Brothers Farms

Amid calls for a boycott, Driscoll's says previous union claims against a berry supplier have been resolved and it has no place intervening in labor negotiations.

March 30 , 2015

Chile: SAN urges immediate assistance for stranded farmers

Chile's National Agricultural Society (SAN) says the severe flooding has left many stranded without water for days, as produce companies use private helicopters to rescue those in need.

March 27 , 2015

Mexico: New avocado export system better serves industry, says APEAM

APEAM is pleased that no sanctions or penalties were posed in a recent competition authority decision.

March 27 , 2015

Spain: AVA-ASAJA proposes converting 10,000ha of citrus production

An industry head in Valencia unveils plans to prevent the sector becoming "a shadow of its former self".

March 27 , 2015