Colombian avocado peak season timing a major advantage, says Mission Produce

Representatives of Mission Produce and Cartama discuss some of Colombia's biggest advantages as an avocado supplier and delve more deeply into their plans in the country.

December 03 , 2019

European table grape market stronger than last year

Prices are generally healthy and are expected to remain considerably above last year's levels at least through January, amid a sharp difference in the market this year compared to 2018.

December 02 , 2019

Spanish citrus crop down, but season off to good start

Spanish soft citrus is off to an earlier start this season, which has so far been aided by limited market competition from Southern Hemisphere supplies.

November 29 , 2019

South Africa: Citrus industry generates US$1.4B in export revenue despite challenges

The country, which has packed 126-million cartons of citrus fruit for export globally, remains the second-largest global exporter of citrus fruit.

November 28 , 2019

Number of illnesses rises in E. coli outbreak linked to Salinas romaine

Meanwhile, the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement has said that the FDA's Friday announcement is "being met with frustration and heartbreak by California lettuce farmers".

November 26 , 2019

Westfalia eyes Colombian avocado growth over coming years

Westfalia Fruit is planning to ramp up production of avocados from Colombia over the coming years, amid expectations the country will become a major supplier to the U.S. and other world markets.

November 25 , 2019

EU avocado market: Large Hass to remain scarce amid strong green-skinned demand

Importers give us their perspective on the European avocado market, which has marked a sharp contrast to last year and which could remain relatively undersupplied for the near future.

November 22 , 2019

World Citrus Organization: "Solid" preparations underway amid plans for broad agenda

The World Citrus Organization has widespread support and is developing a roadmap of six key areas to focus on to benefit the industry globally.

November 20 , 2019

Accelerated transition to imported table grapes expected in North America

Representatives of three companies give us their expectations for the transition to imported table grapes.

November 18 , 2019

Dole expands in India with new partnership

"India for us remains a very strategic market,” says Dole Packaged Foods Worldwide about expansion plans and a new partnership in the country.

November 15 , 2019