Revenue exceeds US$1B for the first time at Calavo Growers

The Calavo Growers share price is up today following a strong financial result and expectations to launch a new production and distribution center in Riverside, California.

June 06 , 2017

"Tough" start to South Africa's apple export campaign

Executives from two leading South African pome fruit shippers explain the ups and downs of the current season.

June 06 , 2017

Seeka Australia: Kiwifruit conditions “not too dissimilar to New Zealand”

But the country’s high sunshine hours mean “you get high dry matter without trying”, according to operations manager Ryan Donovan.

June 05 , 2017

Major Chilean truffle grower to embark on first export deal

While well behind competitors on the other side of the Pacific Ocean, Chile's truffle industry is growing quickly as a result of pioneering studies backed by government funding.

June 02 , 2017

Mixed picture for North American watermelon supply in 2017

Early watermelon crops in the two largest U.S. production states have coincided with Mexican volumes tailing off sooner than normal this year and a sluggish start to the California deal.

June 01 , 2017

Financial woes hit Pichuberry

U.S.-based goldenberry importer Pichuberry is undergoing a financial review in a bid to avoid bankruptcy, amid complaints of alleged non-payment from Colombian suppliers.

May 31 , 2017

NZ: Anti-competitive practices? Zespri chief asks ASOEX for evidence

After highlighting the "inconsistent quality" of Chilean kiwifruit, Zespri chief executive Lain Jager invited ASOEX president Ronald Bown to back up his allegations against the company.

May 30 , 2017