Chile: frosts may lead to varied situation for blueberry exports, says CBC

The Chilean Blueberry Committee says export reductions could be between 0-15% for different companies this season.

October 17 , 2014

U.S. citrus giants announce alliance to expand Wonderful Halos brand

Paramount Citrus will become Mulholland Citrus' exclusive sales agent in a partnership that aims to expand the consumption of Wonderful Halo mandarins across North America.

October 17 , 2014

U.S.: APHIS proposes new import regime for Chilean kiwifruit

A new U.S. rule proposes to scrap methyl bromide treatment from Chile's existing kiwifruit export requirements.

October 17 , 2014

Mexican exporters to benefit from new Florida-bound shipping service

A weekly service between Port Manatee and Veracruz in Mexico will 'enhance delivery of fresher products'.

October 17 , 2014

Australian authorities make final decision on fenthion

With a 12-month phaseout, Australia has banned almost all horticultural uses for the chemical fenthion.

October 17 , 2014

China: Lenovo pioneer turns to social media for kiwifruit marketing

One of China's most influential men is looking at new ways to trade kiwifruit via smartphone e-commerce.

October 17 , 2014

Russia may add Ukraine to list of banned countries

Russian authorities believe Ukraine may be re-exporting agricultural products from prohibited countries.

October 17 , 2014

Chiquita rejects new Brazilian offer

Chiquita says Cutrale-Safra have 'failed to deliver' an irrevocable offer, claiming a merger with Fyffes would provide much better value than US$14 per share.

October 16 , 2014

The Packaging Pitch: delving into the cultural context

Marketing expert Lisa Cork draws on a recent trip to Thailand to explain the importance of culture in packaging.

October 16 , 2014

Chilean producers crushed by second consecutive year of frosts

A Chilean grower says frosts in southern production regions have destroyed 30-100% of several fruit crops.

October 16 , 2014