Stonefruit, cherries among biggest European frost casualties

A Dutch private fruit consultant believes there will be significant European market effects for plums, apricots and cherries.

May 19 , 2017

U.S. Citrus Science Council sues USDA over Argentine lemon rule

The lawsuit argues "incomplete science and political considerations" led to a flawed rulemaking process.

May 18 , 2017

Colombia considers irradiation to bolster U.S.-bound fruit exports

Initial discussions of the idea have already begun in the U.S. while several crops - not just avocados - are on a priority list for access under different protocols.

May 18 , 2017

Spain's Planasa acquires major California strawberry nursery

We speak to the head of the multinational berry breeder and nursery about the latest developments in their rapid global growth.

May 17 , 2017

European growers still assessing "unprecedented" frost impacts, says Freshfel chief

"Nature has obviously been affecting crops, but it could also help the production to revive a little bit," says Philippe Binard.

May 16 , 2017

Inclement weather damages northern Chilean grape vines, irrigation systems

APECO's president has described the situation as "desolate" in Copiapó, while in Coquimbo some citrus and avocado fields have been affected but with "minimal" damage.

May 16 , 2017

Chilean Pink Lady growth to be lower than forecast

Issues in Chile and Argentina related to the hot summer mean lower volumes of Cripps Pink will be eligible to be marketed under the leading brand.

May 15 , 2017

New seedless grape varieties "gaining recognition" in China, says Fruta Cloud

The importer believes the Chinese market still has a "huge, as of yet, untapped potential" for cherries in the Northern Hemisphere summer.

May 12 , 2017

Colombia to be "relevant player" in blueberry industry, says nursery

The elevation of the company's plantations means that U.S. authorities do not require treatment against Medfly, and the fruit can be shipped into Florida.

May 11 , 2017

South Africa “the new kid on the block” in global kiwifruit industry

"I think there are some very interesting partnerships that are developing between South African, European and Chinese-based companies," says Biogold's Peter Turner.

May 10 , 2017