Singapore opens up to Honduran melon exporters

A new export destination is on the cards for the upcoming Honduran melon season which is a bit behind schedule.

November 13 , 2014

South African blueberry production shoots up a quarter

It was an early start for many South African blueberry growers this year, and production 'could treble' in five years.

November 13 , 2014

Govt centers to aid direct market access for Ecuadorian banana growers

The Ecuadorian government has pledged US$1.1 million to build collection centers for 'barraganete' bananas.

November 13 , 2014

State of the Market - Week 45, 2014

Chilean avocado exporters had a good time in the European market during week 45.

November 12 , 2014

BanaBay tries its hand at mangoes

After adding pineapples to its product mix in April, British-Ecuadorian group BanaBay is now trialing mango sales.

November 12 , 2014

Maersk Line profits jump 27% in Q3 as costs fall

Lower costs and increased traffic saw Maersk Line's profits hit US$685 million this quarter.

November 12 , 2014

Hailstorms continue to affect NZ kiwifruit orchards

A few New Zealand kiwifruit growers could be 'significantly affected' by adverse weather that worked its way north up to the Bay of Plenty region.

November 11 , 2014

Understanding consumer trends 'fundamental' for marketing strategies

At PMA Fruittrade Latin America, industry experts will talk about why just having a good product is not enough.

November 11 , 2014

South Korea approves Mexican lime imports

South Korea has finally opened the door to Persian limes from Mexico, with table grapes next in line for approval.

November 11 , 2014

McDonald's supplier gets USDA approval for GM potato

A genetically modified potato that produces fewer cancerous chemicals could soon hit the U.S. market.

November 11 , 2014