Countries
Chilean frosts 'nothing like last year', say industry leaders
Chilean fruit industry representatives say it could be 15 days yet before a full estimate of recent frost damages can be given.
October 18 , 2014
South Africa may hit stonefruit export record in 2014-15
While some South African stonefruit export volumes will be 10-15% higher year-on-year, oversupply issues are lingering in one of the country's key markets.
October 18 , 2014
Chile: frosts may lead to varied situation for blueberry exports, says CBC
The Chilean Blueberry Committee says export reductions could be between 0-15% for different companies this season.
October 17 , 2014
U.S. citrus giants announce alliance to expand Wonderful Halos brand
Paramount Citrus will become Mulholland Citrus' exclusive sales agent in a partnership that aims to expand the consumption of Wonderful Halo mandarins across North America.
October 17 , 2014
U.S.: APHIS proposes new import regime for Chilean kiwifruit
A new U.S. rule proposes to scrap methyl bromide treatment from Chile's existing kiwifruit export requirements.
October 17 , 2014
Mexican exporters to benefit from new Florida-bound shipping service
A weekly service between Port Manatee and Veracruz in Mexico will 'enhance delivery of fresher products'.
October 17 , 2014
Australian authorities make final decision on fenthion
With a 12-month phaseout, Australia has banned almost all horticultural uses for the chemical fenthion.
October 17 , 2014
China: Lenovo pioneer turns to social media for kiwifruit marketing
One of China's most influential men is looking at new ways to trade kiwifruit via smartphone e-commerce.
October 17 , 2014
Russia may add Ukraine to list of banned countries
Russian authorities believe Ukraine may be re-exporting agricultural products from prohibited countries.
October 17 , 2014
Chiquita rejects new Brazilian offer
Chiquita says Cutrale-Safra have 'failed to deliver' an irrevocable offer, claiming a merger with Fyffes would provide much better value than US$14 per share.
October 16 , 2014
