Countries

Canada: CPMA congratulates new govt

The newly elected Liberal Party promises to give Canadian produce sellers protection at home, while restoring Canada’s preferential access to PACA provisions in the U.S.
October 20 , 2015

Upcoming season looks peachy for South African stonefruit

A steady increase in planting area and good weather conditions have contributed to a bullish export crop forecast in South Africa.
October 20 , 2015

Fyffes invests US$45M in melon, banana expansion

Fyffes could see its U.S. melon import capacity grow by a quarter this upcoming season, thanks to new investments in Central America.
October 20 , 2015

HLB detected in northeastern Mexican state

The Asian citrus psyllid has been found in three citrus orchards in a Mexican region bordering the U.S. state of Texas.
October 20 , 2015

U.S.: California Walnut Board to launch national TV ad campaign

A major TV, print and digital advertising campaign is anticipated to deliver 4.5 billion impressions to U.S. adults.
October 20 , 2015

Peru expects positive mango season despite El Niño threat

Peru's mango industry body says production could reach as high as 140,000MT this campaign.
October 20 , 2015

Australia: Dongfang shares up 25% on first day of trading

Now listed on the ASX, one of China's largest citrus growers may consider Australian acquisitions and marketing the country's fruit back home.
October 19 , 2015

Canadian election 2015: From PACA to 'Eat Well Plate'

The average Canadian probably won't be thinking about fruits and vegetables as they go to the polls today, but their vote could have a significant impact on the produce industry.
October 19 , 2015

National Osteoporosis Foundation makes produce picks for bone health

The NOF has named a few foods for consumers to look out for in the lead up to World Osteoporosis Day on Oct. 20.
October 19 , 2015

Fruit Attraction participation set to rise in 2015

The organizers of industry event Fruit Attraction in Spain expect a much larger turnout this year, with participants coming from 88 countries.
October 19 , 2015