Chile expects slightly lower fresh blueberry exports, strong frozen market conditions

An industry representative says that volumes are expected to ramp up this month and commented that while some plantations have been affected by the recent hail the full impact is yet unclear.

November 16 , 2018

Study: Risk of scale insects being exported with Colombian avocados is limited

Writing on behalf of the World Avocado Congress taking place in Colombia next year, Takumasa Kondo and Jasmín Adriana Muñoz talk about a recent study they carried out looking into scale insects.

November 16 , 2018

Californian citrus industry may have "quality product well past the 4th of July"

The industry is not short of challenges, but growers have found encouraging signs in the fields and are looking at new ways to raise the category's profile at home and abroad. 

November 16 , 2018

Australia: Costa enters deal to acquire NCF farms

The deal will help the country's leading integrated grower consolidate its position in Australia's two leading fruit export crops - citrus and table grapes.

November 15 , 2018

Fruitday co-founder Loren Zhao presented with Trailblazer Award at Amsterdam Produce Summit

The Trailblazer Award recognizes 'discovery, courage, innovation and execution of an idea that advances the fruit and vegetable industry.

November 15 , 2018

State of the Market - Week 45, 2018

Blueberry prices fell in the U.S. in week 45 on the back of rising Southern Hemisphere supplies.

November 15 , 2018

Jupiter Group expanding in South Africa

November 14 , 2018

Chile: 'We haven't seen a weather phenomenon like this since 2003', says Fedefruta

Fedefruta has estimated the total economic losses related to Monday's severe hailstorm will reach at least US$200 million.

November 14 , 2018

Mexican avocado strikes end as agreement is reached

Avocado harvests have finally resumed in the Mexican state of Michoacán following 16 days of grower strikes and road blockades.

November 14 , 2018

Chile: “Considerable damage” to cherries, blueberries from major hailstorm

Chile's central and southern regions were struck by an unusually severe hailstorm on Monday, with numerous fruits impacted.

November 14 , 2018