Chile to ramp up production of GEM avocados

The frist exports of the Hass-like avocado cultivar from Chile to the U.K. market may be carried out this upcoming season.

May 09 , 2017

Ecuador's U.S.-bound banana exports halve as EU trade deal comes into effect

Banana shipments from the world's leading exporter to Europe over January and February were 28% higher year-on-year.

May 08 , 2017

EU drops citrus canker requirement for U.S. imports

Florida's citrus exports to Europe are expected to rise by a quarter in the first year alone as a result of the change.

May 04 , 2017

"Unbelievable demand" for Navels in Asia, says Aussie exporter

Seven Fields may have been focusing more on easy peelers until recently, but soaring demand for Navels in Asia has led to a rethink.

May 04 , 2017

Driscoll's announces new president for largest business unit

Soren Bjorn's promotion is described by a fellow executive as a "true reflection of his longstanding leadership within the brand".

May 04 , 2017

NZ: Honey Belle pear having a ball in Asian markets

With timing on its side, a crispy sweet flavor and a robust post-harvest performance, Freshmax's Honey Belle-trademarked pear continues to grow in popularity in Asia and to a lesser extent the United States.

May 03 , 2017

U.S.: Chelan Fresh, Borton Fruit merge to boost apple offering

The addition of Borton Fruit brings an immediate 47% volume expansion to Chelan Fresh’s sales and marketing portfolio.

May 02 , 2017

Maluma avocado hits the gas to catch up with Hass

One of the pioneers of Hass avocados in Spain believes the cultivar could eventually be displaced by the South African-developed Maluma.

May 02 , 2017

USDA says it won't extend stay on Argentine lemon imports

A rule allowing lemons imports from a major Argentine growing region into the U.S. is set to take effect later this month.

May 01 , 2017

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