Today's Headline
Polish apple access to China "a big relief", says exporter
A representative of Appolonia says if Poland exports sufficient apple volumes to China in the future, it should relieve some pressure on the European market.
June 24 , 2016
Western Australia's avocado production to 'quadruple in five to eight years'
With new trees going in the ground at a rapid pace, the Western Australia avocado industry is looking overseas for potential export opportunities.
June 23 , 2016
'Strange' season for South African grapefruit
An industry head explains why the grapefruit season has been 'anything but normal' and how a Brexit vote this week could benefit South African citrus shippers.
June 21 , 2016
Fresh Del Monte subsidiary awarded US$32M in Costa Rica pineapple dispute
The International Court of Arbitration has ruled against one of Costa Rica's largest gold pineapple growers in a case involving Del Monte International.
June 20 , 2016
Chilean seedless Tango mandarins to take on Murcotts in global markets
After some slow steps to begin with, the pace is picking up for Tango mandarin production in Chile.
June 20 , 2016
What prompted the rebrand at Unifrutti of America?
Tastyfrutti International CEO Andreas Economou discusses the company's ownership change and key trends affecting the fruit trade.
June 17 , 2016
U.S. to open market for fresh Peruvian pomegranates, figs
U.S. and Peruvian authorities have struck a deal to open exports for two premium produce export goods.
June 16 , 2016
Unifrutti of America changes name
The Philadelphia-based fresh produce importer and distributor has changed its name to Tastyfrutti International.
June 16 , 2016
Dutch customs uncover 4MT of cocaine in Costa Rican pineapple shipment
The Netherlands has recorded the second-largest drug bust in its history, with a street value of €140 million.
June 15 , 2016
Russian ban may extend to West Africa
Russia's food safety watchdog has earmarked nine West African countries as in line for produce import restrictions.
June 14 , 2016
