Colombian police find 7MT of cocaine on banana farm

The shipment is believed to be worth US$200 million and was to be sent to the U.S.

September 26 , 2017

Argentina: First Tucumán blueberries of the season touch down in Miami

While the Argentine industry is set for export growth of 5%, the increase from the province of Tucumán may be more pronounced.

September 26 , 2017

NZ: Dan Mathieson takes the helm as new Zespri CEO

Mathieson enters the role following an "impressive track record" over 15 years, while former CEO Lain Jager has been acknowledged for his service in facing kiwifruit industry challenges and doubling volume over the course of his tenure.

September 25 , 2017

U.S.: POM Wonderful's aril business growth "on fire"

Strong momentum is building for the leading company's aril and juice brands.

September 22 , 2017

Chilean fruit export volumes rose in 2016-17

U.S.-bound exports surged to further cement the country's position as the leading market for Chilean fruit, while the Netherlands lost ground as the port of call in Europe.

September 21 , 2017

U.S.: Innovative blackberry trellis system opens up new production areas

While facilitating production in cooler areas of the country had been the impetus behind the research, several other benefits were later discovered.

September 20 , 2017

Australia: Piñata exec sees "good timing" for new varieties amid strawberry glut

No grower wants to experience a tight labor supply or excess fruit in the market, but Australia's strawberry farmers are dealing with both these issues right now.

September 18 , 2017

U.S.: Dole Food Company could be for sale

Less than five months after filing to go public, the world's largest fresh fruit and vegetable company is now reportedly exploring a sale. 

September 15 , 2017

EU external fresh produce export volumes down 7% in H1

The decline follows a trend seen last year as well, reflecting the challenges involved with market access improvement outside the EU.

September 15 , 2017

U.S. start-up launches app to help growers find and retain labor

One of the company's co-founders said it had become increasingly clear that simple technology could be used to help solve one of the sector's biggest challenges.

September 15 , 2017