Argentina: Lemon exports set for 'significant rise' in 2018, says Federcitrus

The availability of five new markets and good anticipated conditions in Europe are likely to spur on exports this coming season.

January 26 , 2018

South Korean fruit, tree nut imports continued upward trend in 2017

While the volume of the U.S.'s shipments to South Korea dropped 1% last year, they rose 12% in value.

January 25 , 2018

Kenyan avocado supplier "very happy" with export ban

A representative of Selina Wamucii says he "looks forward to a time where the export standards requirements will be strictly enforced such that a ban will be unnecessary."

January 25 , 2018

Australia: Suspected fruit fly larvae detected in Tasmania

The suspected larvae were found in backyard apricot trees in Spreyton in the state's northwest and on Flinders Island.

January 24 , 2018

Australian nectarines "100% improved on last year" for second Chinese campaign

After a frustrating debut last year, lessons have been learned and growing conditions have been in the Australian industry's favor for the current season.

January 24 , 2018

CPMA launches Canadian Food Safety Fund

The Canadian Food Safety Fund (CFSF) was created with the knowledge a health scare in any produce segment could have "devastating repercussions" for the industry.

January 23 , 2018

Jackfruit Mexico switches to 100% dried product

As more consumers adopt plant-based diets, the jackfruit category still has a long way to go to capitalize on its demand and production potential.

January 23 , 2018

Intense and difficult season for NZ cherries

Hot weather has meant growers are probably three weeks ahead of expectations, according to Summerfruit NZ CEO Marie Dawkins.

January 22 , 2018

South Africa: Hortgro 'concerned by irresponsible statements' about agriculture

Hortgro's Jacques Du Preez says impact of the drought is not only financial but also psychological, making the unfounded comments made in the media irresponsible.