Countries

Sweet ending for a successful British Columbian blueberry season

British Columbia is on track to top last year's production by 24%, as the late Elliot variety hits pleasing brix levels.
August 28 , 2014

California: Gerawan responds to UFW statement, misconduct allegations

Gerawan Farming says 'It is unfortunate that our employees need to take such a drastic action'.
August 28 , 2014

Tozer to expand flower sprouts on European continent

After a recent U.S. launch, Tozer Seeds now has more new markets lined up for a kale-brussels sprout hybrid.
August 28 , 2014

California competition greater than Chile, says Peruvian grape exporter

One Peruvian table grape company has raised concerns about what Russia's ban will mean for export markets.
August 28 , 2014

U.S.: West Coast port talks make headway

Clear progress is made in the U.S. West Coast port negotiations as both sides reach a 'tentative agreement on terms for health benefits'.
August 27 , 2014

State of the Market - Week 34, 2014

The supply of U.S. grape varieties saw an increase in the Chinese market during week 34.
August 27 , 2014

Chilean table grape industry addresses '30% loss in competitiveness'

One expert says urgent structural changes are required in Chile's table grape industry to retain its global standing.
August 27 , 2014

California: UFW hits back at 'anti-labor' Center for Worker Freedom

The United Farmworkers Union has accused the Center for Worker Freedom of "cynical outreach to Latinos", backed by the "architect" of last fall's Federal Government shutdown.
August 27 , 2014

Argentina gears up for first blueberry shipments in September

With Argentina's blueberry season imminent, production volume looks like it could break a two-year trend.
August 27 , 2014

France: kiwifruit producer looks forward to 'active markets' in coming season

Prim'land is expecting a great season for its kiwifruit but says the apple situation is 'quite complicated'.
August 27 , 2014