Stemilt leads U.S. return to Japanese apple market after long absence

The Washington State shipper wants to bring selection and choice to a market that's had "the same old apple varieties served to their customers for the last 30 years".

April 03 , 2017

Hortifrut EBITDA rose by nearly half in 2016

Profits rose significantly for the year, boosted by higher volumes and better average berry prices.

March 31 , 2017

U.S.: Blueberry freeze to spark increased crop protection in Georgia

A representative of Alpine Fresh believes the domestic market should "absolutely remain strong and stable for the entire domestic season," thanks to minimal overlap between states.

March 31 , 2017

Chile: Decofrut downgrades Crimson grape export forecast amid color setbacks

Decofrut director Manuel José Alcaíno says the situation is unprecedented but emphasizes "there will be fruit"; traders will just need to make sure they differentiate supply.

March 30 , 2017

Easyfresh Spain-Netherlands reefer container train set for pilot journey

"Shippers are seeing the world change and I think the whole market has been waiting for somebody to start a service like this," says an Easyfresh executive.

March 29 , 2017

Colombia's purple passionfruit exports skyrocket

Just 4% of the country's total passionfruit production is currently exported, but a newly formed industry body is hoping to change that.

March 29 , 2017

Australia: Heavy rainfall expected across Queensland coast as cyclone winds down

While Ex-Cyclone Debbie has been reduced to a severe weather system, it is expected to bring high levels of rainfall and some flooding as it makes its way south along the coast of Queensland.

March 28 , 2017

U.S.: Claims of collusion with Senator De Leon "baseless and false", says CFFA

Senator Vidak claims there was a cover-up of threats allegedly made by state ALRB nominee Isadore Hall III against a group of farmers.

March 28 , 2017

Australia: Cyclone Debbie heading south of key banana regions

The forecast trajectory would mean Category 4 Cyclone Debbie is unlikely to wreak the same havoc on banana crops that Cyclone Yasi caused in 2011.

March 27 , 2017

Australian grower pioneers automatic retractable roof for new cherry plantings

The 'Rolls-Royce of systems' may involve a large investment, but Tim Reid is hopeful that by protecting the crop from weather factors and allowing for market entry at the end of the season it will soon start to pay for itself.