New Zealand on track to gaining U.S. persimmon market access

Having gained access to Thailand last year, New Zealand's persimmon industry could soon have a huge new market open for business.

August 26 , 2016

U.S. proposes allowing fresh Moroccan raspberry imports

Two years after the U.S. opened its doors for Moroccan blueberry imports, a new rule has been proposed to allow raspberry shipments from the North African country.

August 25 , 2016

China: Shenzhen YuanXing Fruit Co. to launch new brand

The YumSun brand arose as 'Shenzhen Yuanxing" can be difficult to pronounce for non-Chinese speakers.

August 25 , 2016

Australia: "Exceeded expectations" across the board for Costa Group

Costa Group exceeded AUD$1 billion in transacted sales for the first time in the 2016 financial year.

August 24 , 2016

No new citrus canker detections in Brazilian fruit, says EC

A representative of a leading Brazilian citrus exporter says the trade situation with Europe was now 'normal', following eight interceptions of disease-infected fruit last month.

August 24 , 2016

Australia's warmer climate just right for Modi apples

A new apple brand could prove 'di moda' for an Australian public that simply can't get enough of all things Italian.

August 23 , 2016

U.S.: Overtime bill passes California Senate

The bill, which could potentially hit farmworker incomes and agricultural output according to estimates, still needs a final vote on the Assembly floor to become legislation.

August 22 , 2016

Russia's new reality: The push to boost trade in horticultural services

Russian Government incentives have spurred a rush to produce local fruits and vegetables, but international expertise and technology are needed.

August 22 , 2016

Freshmax NZ debuts new avocado model

Freshmax describes Avora as "radically different" in that it can create scale for its growers, supply growing demand in Australian and Asian retail, and ultimately drive enhanced grower returns.

August 19 , 2016

Overtime bill could cut Californian ag economy by US$4.5B, report claims

"There is definitely more and more concern about the likely unintended consequences here," says WGA director Matthew Allen.