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South African and Peruvian avocado supply saturates European market
South African producers are hoping avocado prices in Europe will bounce back after a clash of supply with Peru.
May 31 , 2012
U.S.: MIT scientists building mobile fruit ripening sensor
U.S. researchers have created a new sensor that detects ethylene levels in fresh produce.
May 30 , 2012
Mexican grape exports to rise in 2012
Mexico's grape exports are set to hit 16 million cartons this season.
May 30 , 2012
Mexico's avocado heartland gains USDA export green light
The majority of avocado plantations in the Mexican state of Michoacán have received U.S. approval for export.
May 29 , 2012
South African exporters bullish about benefits of weak rand
South Africa's weak rand is giving exporters a good run for their money but may cause long-term cost problems.
May 28 , 2012
Changes at play for Argentine and Uruguayan blueberries
The Argentine and Uruguayan blueberry industries are looking to new varieties to overcome market challenges.
May 25 , 2012
Chile investigates expanding its exotic fruit exports
Chile is looking at developing valuable niche exotic fruits such as prickly pears and dragon fruit for export.
May 24 , 2012
Spearheading asparagus marketing innovation
Competition is tight in the U.S. asparagus market, spurring companies to look at new ways of boosting demand.
May 22 , 2012
SA grapefruit growers opting for juicing over exports
South Africa's small grapefruit sizes are causing export headaches this season.
May 21 , 2012
NZ hopes for Indonesian phytosanitary recognition
Indonesia may exempt the U.S., Australia, Canada and perhaps New Zealand from fresh produce import restrictions.
May 18 , 2012



