IP grape varieties make headway for Fruitico in Western Australia

The entry of Californian grapes three years ago has forced Western Australia's hand, with groups like Fruitico moving into better tasting, higher yielding varieties.

November 16 , 2016

South Africa propagating cherry rootstocks to triple production

The head of the SA Cherry Growers' Association has described this current season as 'one to forget'.

November 15 , 2016

Think small to think big, says Albert Heijn exec

Innovation and convenience trends were at the forefront of today's Thought Leaders Breakfast Panel to kick off the inaugural Amsterdam Produce Show.

November 03 , 2016

U.S.: Mexican growers bet on crops for growing Asian, Latin populations

From long beans to litchis, jicamas to jalapeños, Mexican growers are increasingly looking to culturally-oriented crops to find their fortunes in the United States.

October 24 , 2016

South Africa: First Royal Honey Murcott mandarin exports likely in 2018

An early season mandarin has had an "extraordinary performance" for Australian growers, and now it is being tested in key citrus regions around the world.

October 11 , 2016

Peru set for "super production" of mangoes

One Peruvian mango shipper that has until now been focused on Europe is turning its attention to Asia, with the first trial shipments due this season.

October 10 , 2016

Greek kiwifruit growers avoid gold varieties to stay Psa-free

At Asia Fruit Logistica we caught up with growers involved with an EU-backed branding initiative that is expanding its presence in China and the UAE.

September 26 , 2016

China: Qifeng starts red kiwifruit exports to Malaysia

A common talking point at Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong was the rise of Chinese brands in a market where foreign companies dominate when it comes to price premiums.

September 21 , 2016

Young Entrepreneur: Fruta Cloud brings new model to Chinese fruit market

After working with the likes of Google and Amazon, George Liu is back in China with a new vision for app-based trading.

September 12 , 2016

South Africa: Neofresh eyes Europe with Mpumalanga blueberry plantings

A South African produce company in the subtropcial region is hoping to supply the European market in a window that normally sess limited volumes.

September 08 , 2016