Argentine blueberries: Country will be "niche" player in future, says industry body

With Argentine blueberries now being harvested, the industry expects an uptick in exports to the recently opened Chinese market.

August 08 , 2019

U.S.: Northwest pear crop forecasts rises amid large sizings

"Growers are reporting large beautiful fruit on the trees with sizes that are in demand from retailers in the U.S. and Canada," says Pear Bureau Northwest.

August 07 , 2019

Hass avocados: The power of promotion programs to increase demand

As increased demand leads to rising sales, research suggests that expanding the promotion programs would further increase grower and importer profits.

August 07 , 2019

Turkish cherry industry takes advantage of U.S.-China trade war 'in a very significant way'

When China's tariffs against the U.S. rose, Turkey used the political tension to its advantage, strengthening its own export relationship with the Asian nation.

August 07 , 2019

Chilean citrus: Clementines end with 18% volume drop, mandarins off to quick start

Juan Enrique Ortúza, president of the Chilean Citrus Committee, said that mandarin exports are higher year-on-year but are expected to finish off lower than 2018.

August 07 , 2019

Image of peculiar 'long neck' avocado goes viral

Florida-based fruit supplier Miami Fruit last week posted an image of an interesting looking avocado that has caught the attention of thousands.

August 07 , 2019

Australian Fresh Produce Alliance commits to ethical employment practices

To improve the sector's employment practices, the alliance says it will work with retailers, suppliers, the government, and their grower networks.

August 06 , 2019

LatAm countries form united front against TR4 - 'Diseases know no borders'

The agriculture ministers of Costa Rica, Colombia and Ecuador, along with various other international delegations, all attended an event in Quito on Monday.

August 06 , 2019

Opinion: Foretelling the Mexican mango season wind down

"This time of year we are besieged with industry 'expert' misconceptions, misinformation and inaccurate interpretations of the facts," saysNissa Pierson of Crespo Organic Mangoes.

August 06 , 2019

Blueberries in Charts: Higher prices are coming

The blueberry industry should see a price increase in the next couple of weeks, a trend historically seen from week 30 to week 40.

August 06 , 2019