Avocado, coffee and citrus ‘threaten global food security’

A recent study, looking at 40 years of data, claims that Western appetites for foods like avocados, coffee and citrus fruit are threatening global food security.

July 12 , 2019

Colombia: TR4 suspected on two banana farms

Two Colombian banana farms are under quarantine due to their suspected infection with Fusarium Wilt Tropical Race 4 (TR4), FreshFruitPortal.com understands, although there has been no official confirmation by Colombian authorities.

July 11 , 2019

South Africa: Citrus industry hopeful for resolution to port crisis as operator takes action

The South African citrus industry has been greatly affected by numerous issues in the country's ports over recent weeks, but with the port operator taking action against its employees and meeting with government representatives, it is hopeful that a resolution is near.

July 11 , 2019

Australian table grape season in China "outstanding", says Frutacloud

Australia increased its table grape exports to China this season and saw its 9kg package of Autumn Crisp table grapes hit record-high-sales of US$101.

July 11 , 2019

EU-Mercosur trade deal increases risk of banana oversupply, says Canary Islands group

The Association of Banana Producers of the Canaries has voiced concerns about potentially high volumes of banana imports from Brazil in the future, which it says will likely further push down prices.

July 11 , 2019

State of the Market - Week 27 2019

In the U.S., prices of imported lemons were on the up, but the opening prices of oranges from Chile and South Africa were way down compared to last year.

July 11 , 2019

U.S.: Organic apples and pears see bump in sales, says Domex

Specifically, Superfresh Growers says organic apples experienced a 5% growth in national sales while organic pears fared even better, with sales up 7%.

July 10 , 2019

Kenya's avocado exports to China to rise 10% annually

In May, the countries' presidents signed a trade deal that, when fully implemented, would see the Chinese market take in more than 40% of Kenya’s avocado produce, the export council estimates.

July 10 , 2019

Single bunch of grapes sells for US$11,000 in Japan

Ruby Roman grapes were developed in Ishikawa and first came to market in 2008. According to CNN, they've been hugely popular ever since; only a select number are sold to keep demand and exclusivity levels high.

July 10 , 2019

Turkish cherry industry confident of strong future in Europe despite rising competition

Production levels have been on the upswing from many EU countries over recent years - not only from the leading producers Italy, Greece and Spain, but also the likes of Germany and the U.K., which are key markets for Turkey.

July 10 , 2019