Canada: BC Tree Fruits' new CEO outlines plans to be 'change-agent in the marketplace'

Todd McMyn's plans include a renewed focus on improving transparency and efficiency in operations, strengthening relationships with orchardists and customers, and implementing the best technological advances.

April 18 , 2019

Japan: Pair of premium mangoes sell for record US$4,500

The mangoes, called Taiyo no Tamago (Egg of the Sun), fetched the sum in the season’s first auction at a local wholesale market earlier this month.

April 18 , 2019

U.S.: Dole inks deal for executive office in uptown Charlotte

The agricultural company has reportedly signed a lease for 15,265 square feet at 200 South Tryon, taking the full sixth floor and half of the seventh

April 17 , 2019

Australian Table Grape Association to hold field days in support of spray rig advances

Inspired by a local grower's invention, the field days will give farmers the opportunity to share spray rig advances and gain insight into cost-effective designs.

April 17 , 2019

South Africa: Citrus volumes could end up lighter than forecast, exporter warns

Though it was initially projected that the country would export a record-breaking 137 million boxes of citrus fruit this year, there are concerns that adverse growing conditions could affect total volumes.

April 17 , 2019

Mexican berry growers' sales dip amid U.S. border delays

Longer wait times at the border have meant that a lot of fruit is arriving to its destination with little remaining shelf life, while mangoes have also suffered similar problems.

April 17 , 2019

Peru expects 20% uptick in produce exports this year

Fresh fruit and vegetable exports rose by 9% in the first two months of the year to US$662, with table grapes making up half of that figure.

April 17 , 2019

Del Monte loses in Kenyan land lease suit

A court in Murang’a County has reportedly dismissed an application by the multinational to be enjoined in a case seeking to stop the renewal of its land lease

April 17 , 2019

NZKGI hails success of labor shortage declaration as harvests enter peak

Around 250 people have successfully applied to vary the conditions of their visitor visas following the declaration of a labor shortage in the Bay of Plenty earlier this month.

April 16 , 2019

Retailers encouraged to “get with the program” as Zespri's season begins

April 16 , 2019