Today's Headline
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.
August 19 , 2016
POM Wonderful president aims to "supplant" whole fruit with arils
California's leading pomegranate grower is planning a significant marketing campaign for its Pom Poms aril product this fall.
August 18 , 2016
South Africa: SRCC's 'one billion rand' citrus investment plan
A leading South African citrus exporter has recently opened a new packhouse in the Sundays River Valley as well as an office in Russia.
August 17 , 2016
NZ avocado sales could double in 2016-17
New Zealand's avocado crop is set to be up 20% on the previous record, while production growth continues with a two-year waiting list on trees.
August 15 , 2016
NZ: New kiwifruit regulations to give Zespri "more certainty" for investment
Set to be approved later this year, the new regulations outline key issues relating to Zespri and the directorship of Kiwifruit New Zealand.
August 12 , 2016
