New global survey service launched for ag industry

By better understanding how they are perceived in other countries, companies will be much better positioned to implement the most effective marketing and communications strategies to ensure future growth.

October 19 , 2018

PMA CEO highlights rising technology, shifting consumer trends and produce safety

Cathy Burns' annual State of the Industry address drew together insights across a broad range of areas and kicked off the three-day event being held this week in Orlando, Florida.

October 18 , 2018

Australian Govt backs RapidAIM tech trial to fight fruit flies

Real-time monitoring technology and automated traps are part of a new trial in Australia designed to tackle fruit flies.

October 17 , 2018

Kiwifruit disease Psa confirmed in Australia

Two weeks after Seeka reported symptoms of the cankerous disease, Agriculture Victoria has confirmed that Psa is now officially present in Australia.

October 15 , 2018

Dole gives brand a new look and identity

The 160-year-old company's new brand visuals have already begun to enter the marketplace for fresh fruit and vegetable packaging and collateral materials. 

October 15 , 2018

China: Frutacloud urges Chilean cherry exporters to provide greater packaging options

As the Chilean industry increases its volumes and extends its season on both ends, one importer believes it will need to provide packaging sizes that will encourage Chinese consumers to purchase outside of the Chinese New Year festivities.

October 15 , 2018

Chile greatly reduces focus on U.S. apple market, boosts exports to Europe and India

Despite a 29% drop in Chilean apple exports to the U.S. through September, average prices were significantly lower than the last two years' levels.

October 08 , 2018

Aiming to emulate blueberry success, Peru is set for a raspberry boom

Peruvian raspberry plantings are set to soar over the coming years, and, unlike Chile, the country is aiming to export mainly fresh fruit to countries including the U.S.

October 05 , 2018

Australia: Seeka warns of possible Psa detection in Victoria kiwifruit orchard

The New Zealand-based company has notified Agriculture Victoria of unusual bacterial symptoms and is removing suspicious plant material pending further test results.

October 02 , 2018

U.S.: Wonderful Halos gears up for "biggest season ever"

The U.S.'s leading seedless mandarin brand is preparing to kick off its biggest season ever this November with a US$30 million integrated campaign.

October 01 , 2018