U.S. and China agree to initial trade deal

The announcement - confirmed by both sides - makes a significant de-escalation in the protracted trade war that has had a huge impact on U.S. fruit exports to a key market.

December 13 , 2019

U.S. mango market sees "more volume and more variety"

"We're seeing a lot more mangoes from different parts of the world," said the National Mango Board. A representative provided us advice for retailers and gave insight to the upcoming Mexican import season.

December 13 , 2019

Crop doctor app Plantix fills small-holder farmer advisory gap and democratizes knowledge

An innovative app that has around one million active users is helping to democratize knowledge and revolutionize farming for small-holder growers, providing them with crucial information that was previously scarcely available.

December 12 , 2019

Pink Lady entities in Australia, U.S. reach deal for 'integrated global network'

"This is is a very exciting and significant step for our respective organizations and for the broader Pink Lady global network," said Andrew Hooke, COO of APAL.

December 11 , 2019

Global table grape production to rise despite EU losses

A USDA report gives insight into production, imports and exports of table grapes around the world during the 2019.20 season.

December 11 , 2019

U.S. avocado market steadier this season after previous years' volatility

In contrast to the previous years, this season's Mexican imports are in a more 'traditional' market. Effectively, market conditions are back to normal, with stable prices.

December 09 , 2019

Chile scores access to Chinese citrus market

Chilean shipments of oranges, clementines, mandarins, grapefruit and lemons will reach Chinese consumers in the coming months, the Agriculture Minister said.

December 05 , 2019

Chinese economic woes affecting Chilean cherry demand and prices

A troubling economic scenario in China this year has greatly affected the market for Chilean cherries at the start of the season, importers say.

December 05 , 2019

Zespri board decides to commercialize red kiwifruit

Zespri CEO Dan Mathieson says the decision to launch a red kiwifruit variety - described as having a sweet berry-tinged flavour - is a significant milestone.

December 04 , 2019

U.S.: 16 people now sickened from hepatitis A linked to blackberries

The blackberries are believed to have been sold at the Fresh Thyme Farmers Market, but the company says "there is no reason to believe that any of the product was contaminated via handling in our stores".

December 03 , 2019