Canada: BC Tree Fruits' new CEO outlines plans to be 'change-agent in the marketplace'

Todd McMyn's plans include a renewed focus on improving transparency and efficiency in operations, strengthening relationships with orchardists and customers, and implementing the best technological advances.

April 18 , 2019

Mexican berry growers' sales dip amid U.S. border delays

Longer wait times at the border have meant that a lot of fruit is arriving to its destination with little remaining shelf life, while mangoes have also suffered similar problems.

April 17 , 2019

EU to consider activating South African citrus safeguard clause amid Spanish crisis

During a recent meeting with Valencia's MEP, the European Commission's Director of Trade Defense also reportedly said that he would like to arrange a meeting with representatives of the Spanish citrus sector.

April 16 , 2019

Global Grape Summit announces stellar lineup of panelists and insightful sessions

The commercially focused, one-day event that will be held in conjunction with The London Produce Show and Conference also announces several forward-looking and thought-provoking educational sessions exploring a range of topics, including the consumer response to new varieties and how the industry will evolve over the next decade.

April 15 , 2019

U.S.: 'Apples are often on the tariff carousel', says Washington Apple Commission

The threat by the U.S.'s northern neighbor means that four of the six top apple export markets of Washington State - where around 80% of U.S. apples are produced - have either threatened or implemented new tariffs on U.S. apples over the last year.

April 15 , 2019

French court finds Bayer's Monsanto liable for farmer's sickness

The court ruled that the company was liable for the sickness of a farmer who inhaled one of its weedkillers, in another legal setback for the Bayer-owned business over health claims.

April 11 , 2019

NZ suspends U.S. citrus imports after pest detection

Technical experts are assessing the find and any measures that might need to be taken as the pest species is not normally associated with citrus.

April 11 , 2019

GT USA Wilmington confirms new partnership with Chiquita

The port operator and terminal's deal with Chiquita Fresh North America will see the continued presence of the company at the Port of Wilmington through the next decade.

April 09 , 2019

NZ: Zespri moves into new headquarters

The new office will act as a hub for the kiwifruit industry, bringing together New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers (NZKGI) and Kiwifruit Vine Health (KVH).

April 08 , 2019

U.S.: Avocado price spike 'largely the result of undersupply', suppliers say

Representatives from various companies along the supply chain in Mexico and the U.S. say the biggest price rise in a decade was heavily to do with the dynamics of supply and demand, rather than the threats to close the border.

April 05 , 2019