Brazil to export larger mangoes to U.S.

Within the space of a couple of months, the U.S. has eased weight restrictions for mango imports from two South American countries.

June 12 , 2015

U.S.: Agreement finalized for cold treatment-free Colombian Cape gooseberries

A big opportunity has opened up for Colombian golden berry producers in two departments with farms above a certain altitude.

June 12 , 2015

Strong volumes and sales lift start of Zespri kiwifruit campaign

Zespri's exports of gold kiwifruit this seaon are reportedly anticipated to be on par with pre-Psa levels at around 32 million trays.

June 11 , 2015

Capespan Asia & Golden Wing Mau team up to explore markets

Capespan is embarking upon a 'specialized initiative' with a China-based company in which it holds a 25% stake.

June 11 , 2015

U.S.: Stemilt introduces 'sweetest cherry brand on the market'

The season of a major U.S. cherry grower's new Skylar Rae-branded fruit will last for a month from mid-June.

June 11 , 2015

European fruit and vegetable consumption in decline

A Freshfel representative says it is 'urgent' to stimulate falling demand for produce in Europe.

June 11 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 23, 2015

Strong demand for clementines in the U.S. kept prices high in week 23.

June 10 , 2015

U.K.: Exotic salads increase share of lunchtime snack market

British supermarket Tesco says demand for leafy salads has grown at three times the rate of sandwiches.

June 10 , 2015

U.S. apple orchard fined US$2.25M for hiring 'unauthorized' workers

The exclusive grower of the Opal variety in North America has urged the industry to help fix the 'dysfunctional and broken' immigration system following a hefty fine.

June 10 , 2015

Spain reflects on strong avocado season

Although Spanish avocado growers have enjoyed record returns in the 2014-15 campaign, an industry warns productivity needs to be increased.

June 10 , 2015