U.S: California Valencia orange production forecast downward

The number of bearing acres has steadily reduced from 47,000 a decade ago to 30,000 this season.

March 09 , 2018

11 nations sign revised TPP in Chile

In a deal that brings "inclusive economic growth" to a population of 500 million people, attention was given to the environment, labor rights and even Mexican avocados in today's historic event.

March 08 , 2018

Chilean cherry exports skyrocket to surpass US$800M

China imported the lion's share but substantial upticks were also seen in the USA, South Korea and Ecuador.

March 08 , 2018

Opal apple to enter 'next period of growth' in Europe

Owners of the non-browning, scab-resistant apple have set a goal for volumes to hit at least 1% of the tonnage currently dedicated to Golden Delicious in Europe.

March 07 , 2018

Mexico: Normal start date expected for Sonora grapes after warm winter

Mexico's leading grape-growing region last year managed to reduce the proportion of fruit shipped to the U.S. to the lowest-ever level.

March 06 , 2018

A snapshot of Sun World grape varieties in Europe

AutumnCrisp is at the front of a new wave of grape varieties coming to Europe, including some more niche cultivars that cater to the Italian preference for muscat-flavored fruit.

March 05 , 2018

South Africa: Maluma Day attendance to soar amid strong global development

"The nice thing is that it’s not only about the cultivar itself - it’s become more and more 'where do we go with avocados?'"

March 02 , 2018

Acquisitions drive massive profit growth for Total Produce in 2017

The Irish multinational faced less favorable market conditions in North America but overall its like-for-like revenue was still up 4%.

March 01 , 2018

Dutch supermarket opens world's first plastic-free aisle

"There is absolutely no logic in wrapping something as fleeting as food in something as indestructible as plastic."

March 01 , 2018

Australia: Listeria outbreak linked to cantaloupe farm

A spike of listeria cases amongst the elderly has led to a recall of the fruit, known as 'rockmelon' in Australia.

February 28 , 2018