Q&A with the father of the Indian table grape industry

Some 25 years ago no grapes were exported from India, but thanks to Nitin Agrawal's guidance it is now a booming industry exporting 187 million MT annually.

November 15 , 2017

Belgium: A firsthand look at Brussels wholesale markets

Ahead of the Amsterdam Produce Show and Conference, the Perishable Pundit reaches across the Benelux for insights into the Belgian produce market.

November 15 , 2017

North America: Oppy-T&G link brings "opportunity to sell the whole crop"

The word "synergy" may be used excessively in the corporate world, but the tie-up between T&G and Oppy goes to show what it actually means in practice.

November 14 , 2017

SFI Rotterdam owners talk frankly about industry changes, some better than others

"Our new slogan is: We’re ready for the next decade," says Jan March Schulz of SFI, which is celebrating its 40th year.

November 13 , 2017

Peru: Major tunnel project below Andes to provide irrigation to southern desert area

The 38,500 hectares in Arequipa will be tendered to both large companies and small-scale farmers.

November 10 , 2017

U.S.: One third of parents have purchased "Mighties" kiwifruit

Retailers are also finding a significant lift in sales when merchandising Mighties with another Sun Pacific brand, Cuties.

November 06 , 2017

Pioneer avocado shop opens in Amsterdam

The city will transform into the avocado capital of Europe this month as the people behind the all-avocado restaurant launch a store, as part of a specialist promotion.

November 06 , 2017

U.S.: Total Produce takes 50% equity in The Fresh Connection

The investment builds on Total Produce's existing North American operations including Oppy, Progressive Produce, Eco Farms and Gambles Group.

November 03 , 2017

South Africa: Black Monday protest receives "massive response", says AgriSA

South African farmer group AgriSA has reiterated yesterday's peaceful 'Black Monday' protests against farm murders were not about race.

October 31 , 2017

U.S. importers excited about "spectacular" Australian mangoes

The Australian mango industry is supplying to a limited number of importers as it builds the program, which has received a terrific response so far.