Spanish growers "worried" over Turkish-Russian trade dispute

One Turkish exporter says Russia's produce trade embargo is 'horrible' for the industry, while in Spain the mood has an air of caution over potential knock-on effects.

December 02 , 2015

France: World's largest wholesale market gets €1B makeover

The first phase of Rungis market refurbishments include a restructuring of the horticulture and decoration section.

December 02 , 2015

PMA maps out leadership transition

Produce Marketing Association CEO Bryan Silbermann will retire in just over a year from now, with president Cathy Burns to soon take over day-to-day operations.

December 01 , 2015

Could empty China-bound trains be loaded with European fresh produce?

Dubbed the 'New Silk Road', the YuXinOu Railway is reportedly faster than seafreight and has space for fruit and veg.

December 01 , 2015

Peru: El Niño to hit hard in late December, says expert

The former head of Peru's Institute of the Sea says a reduction in ocean temperature doesn't mean El Niño is losing severity, but rather that it is delayed.

December 01 , 2015

NZ suspects imported frozen berries a link to Hep A cases

Hepatitis A cases may again be linked to imported frozen berries in Oceania, although this time in New Zealand.

November 30 , 2015

Russia to ban Turkish produce imports

Russia's restrictions on Turkish produce imports will likely come into place on Jan. 1.

November 30 , 2015

NZ avocado industry optimistic despite sharp volume decline

A 40% drop in New Zealand's year-on-year avocado production volumes has many exporters predicting good returns this campaign.

November 30 , 2015

Chile: Coquimbo declared fruit fly-free

After eight months of work and a US$1.3 million investment, a major Chilean agricultural region is now free of the Mediterranean fruit fly.

November 27 , 2015

Editorial: What if Russia blocks Turkish food imports too?

After the downing of a Russian military aircraft this week on the Syrian border, a key lawmaker is calling to cut economic and diplomatic ties with Turkey.

November 25 , 2015