Countries
Europe: year's end brings high volume and low prices for grapes
Brazil has European grape markets full at the moment. Chile, however, should find a more open market in 2014.
November 28 , 2013
Banana odor affected by post-harvest treatment, Brazilian study finds
A Brazilian scientist has revealed insights into how cold temperatures and chemicals can affect banana smell and color.
November 28 , 2013
European authorities tackle new pest in Italy
The European Food Safety Authority is taking steps to handle the first field outbreak of Pierce's disease in the European Union.
November 27 , 2013
U.S.: Nicaraguan dragonfruit appeals to shoppers on a budget
Nicaraguan dragonfruit hit the U.S. market for the first time this year, creating price competition for Vietnam.
November 27 , 2013
California-China citrus agreement nears final stages
After losing market access in April, California citrus may once again be welcome in China.
November 27 , 2013
South Africa: apples and pears bear brunt of flood damage
Initial flood damage estimates indicate lower apple and pear exports from South Africa's Western Cape.
November 27 , 2013
Customs strikes cause delays for Chilean fruit exports
A Chilean customs strike is delaying air freight fruit shipments, but the extent of the impact is under contention.
November 26 , 2013
Walmart chooses McMillon as next CEO
Wal-Mart has gone shopping at home to pick its new CEO, who will start in the top job in February.
November 26 , 2013
Australian industry backs South African citrus in Europe
The Australian citrus industry has urged the EFSA not to block South African fruit over citrus black spot concerns.
November 26 , 2013
Substantial rise for Spanish produce imports
Spain's fruit and vegetable imports increased by more than €200 million in the first three quarters of this year.
November 26 , 2013
