Poland slashes export insurance rates to bolster produce exports

Poland is incentivizing shipments to new markets with cuts in export insurance, and a new logo campaign.

September 03 , 2014

Turkey offers niche import promise

Retail and produce experts look at Turkey's potential as a destination market for high-value products.

September 03 , 2014

Peru: PAC to 'engage' U.S. consumers via social media

The Peruvian Avocado Commission says its 'smart, relevant, and engaging' online content will help drive sales.

September 03 , 2014

U.S.: avocado acquisition a 'good combination between their culture and ours'

Eco Farms' head says the new venture with Total Produce will allow it to double volume within five years.

September 03 , 2014

Kiwifruit prices rise 42.3% in Russia after produce embargo

Figures have emerged as to the alarming extent of produce shortages in Russia since the ban came into effect.

September 03 , 2014

Total Produce buys in to California avocado deal

In a "robust" results announcement for the first half, multinational Total Produce has drawn attention to its recent purchase of a stake in U.S. avocado grower Eco Farms.

September 02 , 2014

NZ growers take action to mitigate rain risks for cherries

New Zealand cherry industry players discuss several steps underway to make the most of booming opportunities in Asia.

September 02 , 2014

The Packaging Pitch: a change of perspective

Lisa Cork discusses some simple ways produce companies can rethink their packaging messages for the better.

September 02 , 2014

France: Sofruileg secures Italian deal to grow Nergi baby kiwi

A new partnership with Ortofruit Italia will see Nergi baby kiwi production rise in Europe.

September 02 , 2014

Market 'imbalance' to blame for poor Spanish produce results, says FEPEX

Fruit value may have outpaced volume growth in the first half in Spain, but overall produce returns were poor.

September 02 , 2014