NZ now forecasting smaller apple crop than 2018 due to "unusual growing season", says T&G

T&G Global also says that Asia is in a "good demand position" due to the lack of Chinese Fuji and lessened EU and U.S. export carryover, which has led to firm sales.

May 23 , 2019

Zespri operating revenue exceeds NZ$3B for first time

The New Zealand kiwifruit marketer says the positive results for the 2018 season come on the back of growth in both volume and value and across all fruit categories.

May 22 , 2019

Chile announces first-ever kiwifruit campaign in NA, boasts "historically high" dry matter

The Chilean Fresh Fruit Association’s merchandisers are currently finalizing retail promotional programs both in-store and online, which are set to run from June to September.

May 22 , 2019

FDA inspects Del Monte facility after vegetable trays linked to salmonella outbreak

The FDA says this outbreak, which has so far been linked to four cases in Wisconsin and Minnesota, is not related to the Cyclospora infections linked to Del Monte vegetable trays in 2018.

May 22 , 2019

Del Rey sees amazing opportunity in Peru

May 22 , 2019

One month to go until Hort Connections 2019: ‘Growing our Food Future’

May 22 , 2019

Mexico's apple tariff repeal to boost Washington's export season ending

"It will be great to end the year on a positive trade note with our largest market, and beginning the new crop year with open trade is an opportunity for a successful season," said the Washington Apple Commission.

May 22 , 2019

Apples in Charts: Honeycrisp, the queen of the U.S. market

Average prices of Honeycrisp apples have been far higher than the rest of the pack, as can be seen in the USDA data illustrated in our charts.

May 22 , 2019

Demand for ‘imperfect’ produce prompts Oddbox to seek additional suppliers for national expansion

The London-based social enterprise says more and more UK consumers are looking to buy misshapen and surplus produce to fight food waste.

May 21 , 2019

U.S.: Record-breaking organic sales rise over $50b in 2018

According to the Organic Trade Association, changing social perspectives have contributed to this increase - Millennials are pushing for transparency and integrity in the food supply chain, resulting in a renewed interest in the USDA Organic seal.

May 20 , 2019