Leading ag universities team up to offer 'horticultural masterclass' in Australia

Universities from the Netherlands, New Zealand and Tasmania have signed an MoU with Horticulture Innovation Australia to 'help industry take their businesses to the next level'.

November 04 , 2016

Think small to think big, says Albert Heijn exec

Innovation and convenience trends were at the forefront of today's Thought Leaders Breakfast Panel to kick off the inaugural Amsterdam Produce Show.

November 03 , 2016

Chile: ASOEX head accuses Zespri of anti-competitive practices

The president of the Chilean Fruit Exporters Association claims New Zealand should not be allowed to be part of the TPP due to the 'legal privileges' granted to Zespri.

November 03 , 2016

Raspberries at "critical juncture", says Driscoll's exec

"I can’t think of any other crop in California that’s going to be as impacted as raspberries," says Soren Bjorn.

November 02 , 2016

China: Fruta Cloud founder upbeat for Chilean cherry, nectarine deals

The founder of a fast-growing B2B trading platform in China takes an in-depth look at upcoming summer supply deals from the South American country.

November 01 , 2016

Drought and exceptional heat conditions aided South African ClemenGold quality

One of South Africa's leading citrus brands has finished off a positive season for quality and consumer recognition.

October 31 , 2016

Australian growers scared to speak out about contract irregularities

In grower consultations, Australia's competition watchdog did not find anyone who was happy with the existing Horticulture Code of Conduct.

October 28 , 2016

Citrus Management Committee claims South Africa "avoiding" Spanish ports

The organization alleges South Africa's lower citrus black spot interception count this year can be partly attributed to fewer exports to Spain.

October 27 , 2016

Peru: Camposol profits surge 72% in Q3

A tripling of blueberry volume and a jump in avocado prices helped bring Camposol a record result for the period.

October 26 , 2016

Colombian blueberry production set for expansion

With Argentina soon to receive protocols to ship plants to Colombia, one company believes the small industry is about to undergo major development.

October 25 , 2016