PMA and United Fresh announce merger, plan to create 'new global trade association'

The two associations will continue to operate as independent organizations through 2021, with the 'new global trade association' to be launched Jan. 1, 2022. 

March 31 , 2021

Sun World to be acquired by private equity group Bridgepoint

Global fruit genetics, R&D and licensing company Sun World has announced an agreement to be acquired by Bridgepoint, an international private equity group, which will become a controlling shareholder.

March 31 , 2021

Mexico: Sonora table grape forecast down on previous two seasons

The Mexican table grape forecast from the key Sonora production region has been pegged slightly lower this season year-on-year, with supplies set to peak in June.

March 31 , 2021

European grape market may see oversupply resolution due to Suez Canal blockage

The European grape market is set to see improved market conditions from the several-day blockage of Egypt’s Suez Canal by an ultra-large container ship, according to a representative of Origin Fruit Direct.

March 30 , 2021

Ever Given partially refloated in Suez Canal, but salvager warns: 'Don't cheer too soon'

The ultra-large container ship that has blocked the Suez Canal for almost a week has been partially refloated, raising hopes that one of the world’s most important trade routes may soon reopen.

March 29 , 2021

Southern Hemisphere fruit export value rose in 2020 despite volume dip

Shipments to China have increased by 90 percent from 2016, and it was the top destination for exports last year worth $2.5 billion which showed the fresh fruit industry the growing importance of the market, according to Shaffe.

March 26 , 2021

Suez Canal: Unprecedented blockage continues and could impact global shipping for months

Experts have said that impacts of the ongoing Suez Canal blockage are not going to be simple and immediate, but will likely be long-term, with one describing the situation as "dominos toppling each other over".

March 25 , 2021

Suez Canal blocked by stranded ultra-large container ship

Egypt's Suez Canal, one of the world's most important waterways, has been blocked after an ultra-large container ship operated by Evergreen ran aground on Tuesday.

March 24 , 2021

Peruvian citrus exports see significant boost in 2020 driven by mandarins

According to Idexcam, mandarin shipments increased in destination markets with the U.S. ranked as the main destination reporting a 54 percent growth.

March 23 , 2021

World Water Day: Strategies to combat agricultural water crisis

To commemorate World Water Day, FreshFruitPortal.com spoke with sources in the agricultural sector around the world and asked them about the actions they take to combat the water crisis.

March 22 , 2021