Countries
Argentine fruit industry unhappy with Chilean apple imports
An Argentine pome fruit industry leader says it is "incomprehensible" that local importers are buying Chilean fruit while apples are rotting on trees at home.
August 17 , 2015
Extreme weather likely to cause more severe 'food shocks'
A group of U.S. and U.K. scientists warn weather events impacting food production could be hitting seven out of every 10 years by the end of the century.
August 17 , 2015
Half of Russia opposes decree to destroy illegal food imports
A recent poll shows Russian citizens have not taken kindly to a government decision to destroy foodstuffs intercepted in violation of the import embargo.
August 14 , 2015
U.S.: Lack of knowledge hindering mango growth, says NMB
Speaking prior to PMA Fresh Connections: Brazil, a mango industry representative speaks about trends and opportunities in the U.S. market.
August 14 , 2015
NZ: Scales Corp upgrades profit forecast
The parent company of New Zealand's largest integrated apple grower-marketer may exceed previous profit expectations by up to 35% in 2015.
August 14 , 2015
U.K. turns up heat on non-EU countries with fresh curry leaf import ban
The U.K. has taken a tough stance on curry leaf imports in a bid to prevent citrus greening from entering Europe.
August 14 , 2015
Russia adds more nations to sanctions list
Georgia has been left off the list of new countries that will be banned from exporting food to Russia.
August 13 , 2015
U.S.: Chiquita profit more than triples in Q2
A significant reduction in the cost of sales helped Chiquita Brands International post a very strong financial result in the second quarter.
August 13 , 2015
Kenya: Avocado difficulties drive down Kakuzi profit in H1
Drought conditions have affected Kenyan company Kakuzi's avocado operations this year, but macadamia and tea crops have improved.
August 13 , 2015
Poland: Expansion plans ripe for Citronex with €10M banana investment
A Polish produce company is ramping up its capabilities to supply Latin American bananas throughout the Baltic region.
August 13 , 2015
