Spain: Valencia growers had held "great expectations" for Russian market

Valencian farmers have called for measures to mitigate the impact of losing a key market for its persimmons and citrus fruits.

August 07 , 2014

U.S.: Fyffes expenses cut Chiquita profits in Q2

Merger proposals bit into Chiquita's bottom line in the second quarter, but the core business was slightly improved.

August 07 , 2014

Russian govt announces list of banned food products

Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev believes sanctions are a "blind alley", but the latest ban on food imports from the EU, U.S., Norway, Canada and Australia will benefit local farmers.

August 07 , 2014

Colombian banana protests turn violent

Colombian banana worker protests against Banacol took a turn for the worse this week.

August 07 , 2014

Israel: Galilee Export to ramp up mango shipments

An Israeli company better known for its citrus fruit and avocados is making headway in the mango market.

August 07 , 2014

User rates spike for pro-Palestine campaign on Buycott app

A leading fruit brand has been targeted in a popular smartphone app aiming to boycott Israel.

August 07 , 2014

Pakistani mangoes en route to U.S. market

A Pakistani mango exporter starting a U.S. deal argues his fruit is miles ahead of the Mexican competition in quality.

August 07 , 2014

U.S. cranberry industry hopes to ignite Indian demand with govt grant

India is next on the list of countries where the U.S. cranberry industry plans to pump up exports with new funds.

August 07 , 2014

U.S. pear grower kicks off season with 'big, clean' fruit

Limited small fruit, good markets and a new promotion have set up a U.S. pear producer for a positive season.

August 07 , 2014

State of the Market - Week 31, 2014

Weak condition for Uruguayan and Peruvian supply helped push down prices for mandarins in the U.S. last week.

August 06 , 2014