U.S.: Mexican growers bet on crops for growing Asian, Latin populations

From long beans to litchis, jicamas to jalapeños, Mexican growers are increasingly looking to culturally-oriented crops to find their fortunes in the United States.

October 24 , 2016

U.S.: Veggie noodle craze spirals into retail market

On trend and no longer just a niche concept, the vegetable-based pasta market is now "al dente" and ready to be served.

October 24 , 2016

Chile: ASOEX inks MoU with China Eastern Airlines

Cherries and blueberries are to be the focus of a new deal that will see improved airfreight logistics and promotion to the airline's passengers.

October 21 , 2016

South Africa forecasts modest rise in stonefruit exports

Hortgro says it is expecting a 'normal' export season despite concerns over a cooler spring and prolonged drought conditions.

October 20 , 2016

Canada: Vineland aims to launch seedless grape varieties in 2018

A major Canadian research center is hoping to boost local growers' marketing window with new varieties brought in from the U.S. two years ago.

October 20 , 2016

New Aussie products take avocado value-adding to new level

The Fresh Produce Alliance's new Avovita and Born Pure lines show high pressure processing (HPP) can be used for a lot more than just juice and guacamole.

October 19 , 2016

Chilean cherry production affected by rainfall

Growers in Chile's central-southern regions are expected to have lost a substantial part of their early variety volumes.

October 18 , 2016

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.