Scientists sequence avocado genome - will lead to "faster and more effective" breeding programs

Scientists have sequenced the avocado genome, shedding light on the ancient origins of the fruit and laying the groundwork for future improvements to farming and breeding programs.

August 13 , 2019

Peruvian avocado industry enjoys much improved season in Europe

The Peruvian avocado season saw 15% lower volumes this year, but it started several weeks earlier which helped it to build its presence in export markets.

August 12 , 2019

TR4 confirmed in Colombia as country declares "national emergency"

Colombian Agricultural Institute (ICA) general manager Deyanira Barrero León confirmed the news during a press conference on Thursday afternoon.

August 08 , 2019

European apple production to fall by 20%

The lower forecast comes after a cold snap followed by the continent-wide record heatwave dealt production regions a heavy blow.

August 08 , 2019

Are Tango mandarins 'bee-friendly'? Not according to a South African regulator

A South African regulator has ruled that a claim about the bee-friendly credentials of Eurosemilla's seedless mandarin variety Tango is "misleading".

August 08 , 2019

Chilean citrus: Clementines end with 18% volume drop, mandarins off to quick start

Juan Enrique Ortúza, president of the Chilean Citrus Committee, said that mandarin exports are higher year-on-year but are expected to finish off lower than 2018.

August 07 , 2019

Argentine lemons: "Tough" second U.S. export season, says Seald Sweet

Argentine lemon exporters have not been able to build much upon their last season in the U.S. market this year, with unusually heavy rains in growing regions diminishing the amount of export-quality fruit.

August 06 , 2019

Chinese companies have stopped buying U.S. agricultural products, says commerce ministry

The move comes after U.S. President Donald Trump last week signaled he would set new tariffs on US$300bn more of Chinese goods from Sept. 1. 

August 05 , 2019

South African blueberry industry forecasts soaring growth

South African blueberry production is forecast to grow by around 45% this season and potentially reach a whopping 50,000MT in five years.

August 05 , 2019

U.S: Solid export campaign for Northwest cherries despite ongoing China issues

"Our hope is always that we get 30% of the crop exported and we've been able to achieve that this year so as an industry we're very happy," says the Northwest Cherry Growers.

August 02 , 2019