FAO launches emergency project to combat banana disease TR4

A new emergency project targets banana-growing countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, where the fruit is a nutritional and economic mainstay.

October 07 , 2019

Argentina expecting good cherry season despite frosts

The Argentine cherry industry is expecting slightly higher volumes than last season and a greater proportion going to the recently opened Chinese market.

October 04 , 2019

"Remarkable breakthrough": Chinese breeders release TR4-resistant banana variety

The new Cavendish-type variety was developed using chemical mutagenesis techniques. It is now being multiplied and distributed to other provinces around China.

October 03 , 2019

U.S. to hit EU with 25% tariff on certain ag imports after landmark WTO ruling

The U.S. on Wednesday won the largest arbitration award in WTO history in its dispute with the EU over subsidies to Airbus. It will soon apply extra tariffs on products including olives, wine and cherry juice.

October 02 , 2019

Chile forecasts record blueberry exports in 2019-20

In addition, the lower winter chill hours and warm August have resulted in the fruit being one week ahead in development compared to a normal year.

October 02 , 2019

‘We must open up the U.S. avocado supply chain and improve data’ - retail, foodservice execs

At the World Avocado Congress held last week in Medellin, Colombia three executives said these were essential for the category to achieve its full potential in the world’s largest avocado market.

October 01 , 2019

Q&A: T&G Global CEO on where the company is heading

From implementing new business strategies, to building year-round brands for two popular fruits, to boosting labor productivity through innovation, New Zealand’s largest fruit company has a lot on its plate.

September 30 , 2019

New Zealand wins bid to host next World Avocado Congress

The Mexican delegation may have made the most noise, but in the end it was the Oceanic island nation that won the biggest share of the vote that took place as the 2019 edition wrapped up in Colombia.

September 26 , 2019

U.S.: Gerawan and Wawona merge to create stone fruit leader

The California-based companies say the merger creates "an enhanced platform for growth and innovation".

September 25 , 2019

In photos: World Avocado Congress gets underway in Colombia

The inaugural day of the event taking place in Medellin this week has drawn a huge international crowd amid a strong sense of optimism in the South American country for its future in the avocado business.