Australia: Costa Group closes two grape farms

A Costa representative cited a 'changed industry and market conditions' as one reason why the company has decided to reduce its 'grape farming footprint'.

January 26 , 2015

Former Dole executive to lead Chiquita

Former Dole man and European juice industry leader Andrew J. Biles is the new CEO of Chiquita Brands' banana and pineapple businesses.

January 23 , 2015

Q&A: Southern Hemisphere pome fruit crop in focus for the U.S., Canada

Fruit distributor Oppy sees opportunities in a Northern Hemisphere apple market that "would appear oversupplied at first glance", while the pear import outlook is looking "pretty rosy".

January 23 , 2015

Chinese authorities launch fresh investigation into fruit imports

At least one major Chinese fruit importer has had staff summoned by authorities as part of an investigation into a customs broker.

January 22 , 2015

Indian growers act quickly on EU mango ban withdrawal

India's mango farmers are jubilant at the news they will soon be able to export their fruit to Europe again.

January 22 , 2015

U.S.: Workers vote 'yes' for Hunts Point Terminal Market deal

After achieving the "best wage and benefits package in two decades", unionists at the Hunts Point Terminal Market have called on the local government for support to renovate vital infrastructure for feeding New York City.

January 21 , 2015

'The ball is in the West's court' to solve food import ban, says Russian minister

The ruble may be on the mend and diplomats are hopeful for a Russia-EU agricultural trade resolution, but challenges still remain.

January 21 , 2015

Mexico: Fresh Produce Social Responsibility Alliance incorporates two new members

Two leading Mexican grower associations have joined a new group that aims to raise the bar in worker treatment on farms.

January 21 , 2015

Australian govt reopens anti-dumping case for Italian processed tomatoes

More Italian processed tomato exporters could potentially face anti-dumping duties in Australia if a recently launched case proves successful.

January 20 , 2015

U.S.: WP Rawl to almost double leafy greens processing capacity

WP Rawl's new South Carolina production lines involve the latest technology and a two-step wash process.

January 20 , 2015