Chinese online consumers spending less each purchase, says Fruitday chief

E-commerce is bursting with opportunities for the Chinese produce market, but new approaches will be needed for growth to continue.

October 17 , 2016

Silbermann: "Build bridges rather than walls"

Bryan Silbermann passed on the bouquet of leadership to Kathy Burns in his last PMA Fresh Summit State of the Industry address today.

October 14 , 2016

Mexican avocado conflict leads to U.S. supply shortage

While the worker strike in a key Mexican growing region appears to be ending, U.S.-bound exports have been dramatically affected over the last couple of weeks.

October 14 , 2016

Chilean-bred table grape set for global production

From the U.S. to India to Australia, Chile's Iniagrape-one is on track toward commercial production.

October 13 , 2016

New AHEA CEO works to resolve Australia’s supply chain stoush

While Australia’s grower-dominated produce model comes with its benefits, a new export sector head says the industry may be "losing out".

October 12 , 2016

Dole acquires Chile's TucFrut Farms

The multinational will soon have its first own blueberry production in Chile, following the purchase of farms that also produce apples and kiwifruit.

October 11 , 2016

South Africa: First Royal Honey Murcott mandarin exports likely in 2018

An early season mandarin has had an "extraordinary performance" for Australian growers, and now it is being tested in key citrus regions around the world.

October 11 , 2016

Peru set for "super production" of mangoes

One Peruvian mango shipper that has until now been focused on Europe is turning its attention to Asia, with the first trial shipments due this season.

October 10 , 2016

Colombia: Major avocado packhouse upgrade to aid 'booming' industry

The US$2.5 million expansion project is expected to be of great benefit to growers who have until now lacked the means to export their fruit.

October 07 , 2016

U.S.: Hurricane Matthew upgraded to Category 4

The largest mandatory evacuation in the U.S. since 2012 is underway, as imports come to a standstill with the reported closures of the USDA and FDA in Florida.

October 06 , 2016