Vietnam edges closer to Australian dragon fruit market access

If the new export deal is accepted, shipments would likely take place between May and September.

September 14 , 2016

Bayer confirms US$66B takeover of Monsanto

After much back and forth, Monsanto and Bayer have entered into a deal that would form the world's biggest seeds and pesticides company.

September 14 , 2016

Aussie native citrus on show at Asia Fruit Logistica

Relative to its market impact, the Australia Fresh stand was buzzing at Asia Fruit Logistica with buyers interested in premium, niche and exotic products.

September 14 , 2016

U.S.: Sakuma farmworkers vote yes for union

A labor relations conflict that has lasted three years has now culminated in the endorsement of a union from workers at Sakuma Brothers Farms.

September 13 , 2016

Canada: BC blueberries prove up to the task for China-bound seafreight

Results may have been mixed for the first full season but exporters have learned important lessons for next year.

September 13 , 2016

Turkey: Alanar serves up fresh figs, cherries to Asian markets

The Turkish pavilion attracted its fair share of attention at Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong last week, particularly the stand of Yavuz Taner and his company Alanar.

September 13 , 2016

U.S: NASS forecasts lower Californian Navel orange crop

A survey in the Central Valley showed the average fruit set per tree was higher than the five-year average, but volume will still probably fall short of last year.

September 12 , 2016