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Market Pulse Week 5 - 2014

U.S. avocado movement slowed down in week 5, following high sales for the Super Bowl.
February 05 , 2014

Italy shows off pears in first U.S. campaign

Italy's main pear variety, Abate Fetel, is making its rounds in its first year on the U.S. market.
February 05 , 2014

Fresh Fruit Portal signs two new sales partners

Fresh Fruit Portal is expanding its sales presence with new representatives in Europe and Mexico.
February 05 , 2014

U.S.: fresh sector welcomes Senate farm bill approval

The U.S. Senate ended two years of legislative debate yesterday with a final farm bill vote.
February 05 , 2014

Dole plans new South African grape farm acquisition

A Dole Europe subsidiary has entered an agreement to buy an early season grape farm in the Orange River region.
February 04 , 2014

The Packaging Pitch: cocktail tomatoes stir up brand support

Marketing expert Lisa Cork discusses a nifty packaging concept she felt an instant affinity with.
February 04 , 2014

Chile unites kiwifruit goals with Italy

The Chilean Kiwifruit Committee and Kiwifruit of Italy will formalize a collaboration agreement this week.
February 04 , 2014

UN guidebook sets standards for plant genebanks

A U.N. guide seeks to standardize management of plant genetic material to promote conservation.
February 04 , 2014

Wide focus for Peruvian citrus in 2014

Sergio del Castillo discusses Peru's citrus production trends, and plans to develop markets like Africa.
February 04 , 2014

U.S.: California Citrus Mutual releases freeze damage estimates

On top of lost revenue due to freezes, San Joaquin Valley growers have spent big to protect remaining crops.
February 03 , 2014