U.S. gains Chinese market access for all apple varieties

Bilateral talks between the USDA and AQSIQ have led to China granting market access for all apple varieties from all U.S. apple-growing regions.

January 26 , 2015

First Mexican blackberries and raspberries arrive in China

Both Driscoll's and Naturipe have capitalized on China's recent opening for Mexican berries.

January 26 , 2015

Australia: Costa Group closes two grape farms

A Costa representative cited a 'changed industry and market conditions' as one reason why the company has decided to reduce its 'grape farming footprint'.

January 26 , 2015

Chinese authorities launch fresh investigation into fruit imports

At least one major Chinese fruit importer has had staff summoned by authorities as part of an investigation into a customs broker.

January 22 , 2015

U.S.: Chiquita puts price tag on Charlotte exit

Severance payments, relocation costs and incentive refunds are set to tally up to tens of millions of dollars for Chiquita Brands as part of its move out of Charlotte.

January 22 , 2015

'The ball is in the West's court' to solve food import ban, says Russian minister

The ruble may be on the mend and diplomats are hopeful for a Russia-EU agricultural trade resolution, but challenges still remain.

January 21 , 2015

U.S.: No strike today at Hunts Point Terminal Market

The biggest fruit market in the U.S. has averted a strike action that could have taken place today, after a tentative wage deal was reached.

January 18 , 2015

U.S.: "Contingency plans in place" for Hunts Point Terminal Market

The Hunts Point Produce Cooperative was just "pennies per hour apart" from the last offer proposed by unionists who are threatening to strike.

January 16 , 2015

U.S.: Hunts Point union negotiations aim to ward off strikes

Hunts Point Terminal in the Bronx supplies 9% of the U.S. population with fruits and vegetables every day, but the operation could grind to a standstill on Sunday if a deal is not reached with the Teamsters union.

January 16 , 2015

U.S.: Calavo forecasts new record earnings in 2015

Calavo Growers CEO Lee Cole says all indicators are "pointing affirmatively" this year, after the company notched solid results for 2014.

January 15 , 2015