Today's Headline
South Africa: Mysterious 'phenomenon' hits Sundays River Valley citrus production
“We have never ever seen this," says the head of the Sundays River Citrus Company.
April 28 , 2017
Could “exorbitant” avocado prices hit U.K. consumption?
"I see that this summer is going to be very complex for avocados," says Pacific Produce's Rob Cullum, who believes Peru is going to focus more on North America than Europe this year.
April 28 , 2017
NZ: "There are no silver bullets" in organic apple farming, says Bostock exec
David Brasell gives us a look at how New Zealand's organic apple industry is changing, and the positive response received from markets.
April 27 , 2017
U.S.: Trump Administration proposes slashing business taxes
There was no mention of the so-called border adjustment tax in the recent White House briefing.
April 26 , 2017
New varieties to buoy Mexican grape exports in 2017
Good conditions have meant volume forecasts will likely be lifted later this week, while the sector is also out to make the most of the Australian market opening.
April 26 , 2017
Dole Food Company goes back to Wall Street
Dole owner David Murdock is set to offer US$100 million worth of shares in the company in a bid to pay down debt.
April 25 , 2017
Honduras: Fyffes distances itself from union worker attack
The head of a union at Melon Export was allegedly attacked by armed assailants along with his brother while on their way home.
April 24 , 2017
Major South African kiwifruit player goes for gold with new varieties
It may be a small industry, but its leading grower is betting on new cultivars to fetch better returns domestically and in Europe.
April 24 , 2017
ProHass: Further reductions likely for Peruvian avocado forecast
The total volume will still be higher than last season despite flood effects; some will just need to leave fruit on trees for longer.
April 21 , 2017
Sambrailo Packaging launches new line for Earth Day
From one of the pioneers of plastic clamshells back in the 1980s...
April 21 , 2017
