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U.S.: avocado board invests US$1M in Peruvian promotions

The Peruvian avocado industry has made big investments in the U.S. to make its presence felt.
January 10 , 2014

Univeg banks on village-owned Madagascar litchis

The diverse island of Madagascar is one of the world's top litchi producers, leading exports to Europe.
January 09 , 2014

Strikes bring strange mix of solidarity and struggle to Chilean fruit sector

US$400 million in losses could be on the cards if Chile's port strikes continue, and that's just for blueberries.
January 09 , 2014

U.K. govt calls on consumers to buy local, ditch imports

A British government minister is set to give a speech rallying households to support local farmers.
January 07 , 2014

Brazilian supermodel joins Rainforest Alliance board

Gisele Bündchen has joined the board of directors of a leading international certifier.
January 07 , 2014

Chilean port of San Antonio renews work stoppages

Chile's port of San Antonio renewed strike action on Friday, citing ongoing labor conflict.
January 03 , 2014

Chilean fruit lacks branding, says Rabobank Asia rep

Rabobank Asia's Paul Chen says Chilean fruit exporters care too much about volume
December 27 , 2013

Australian table grapes gain access to Korean market

The Australian table grape industry expects millions of dollars worth of exports under a new Korean agreement.
December 19 , 2013

Rainforest Alliance removes certification from Honduran banana growers

Worker treatment concerns led to decertification for a group of banana farms in Honduras.
December 19 , 2013

Ireland: Fyffes directors raise shareholdings

Three executives have purchased shares in one of Europe's biggest fruit companies.
December 19 , 2013