Today's Headline

Chilean govt pledges U$4.8M for irrigation recovery after floods

Representatives of Fresh Del Monte and Frutícola Atacama discuss flood effects in northern Chile, where funding is on its way for recovery.
April 01 , 2015

Panama Disease TR4 detected in Pakistan, Lebanon

A Dutch scientist has confirmed outbreaks of Panama Disease Tropical Race IV in Lebanon and Pakistan, but communication issues may be a challenge in containing the disease's spread.
March 31 , 2015

U.S.: Gerawan upbeat for new crop and unfazed by exchange rates

California's largest stonefruit grower says the strong dollar is not affecting overseas demand for its upcoming crop.
March 31 , 2015

U.S.: Driscoll's stands behind Sakuma Brothers Farms

Amid calls for a boycott, Driscoll's says previous union claims against a berry supplier have been resolved and it has no place intervening in labor negotiations.
March 30 , 2015

Chile: SAN urges immediate assistance for stranded farmers

Chile's National Agricultural Society (SAN) says the severe flooding has left many stranded without water for days, as produce companies use private helicopters to rescue those in need.
March 27 , 2015

NZ: Scales Corp profits pip IPO forecast for 2014

The parent company of Mr Apple has exceeded expectations in its first annual result announcement to the NZX.
March 26 , 2015

New Indian banana brands slip into Gulf markets

Pick N Serve managing director Subrata Mondal believes he can get an edge over Ecuadorian and Philippine banana suppliers to the Gulf region.
March 26 , 2015

Brazil halts Argentine pome fruit imports

Brazilian authorities say they detected the codling moth in 15 Argentine apple and pear shipments in the first quarter of 2015 alone.
March 25 , 2015

Anxious wait for Serbian apple exporters after Russian accusations

Serbian apple exporters depend heavily on the Russian market, with some believing re-export claims may be a 'mix up'.
March 25 , 2015

PMA's annual Chinese event gains local traction

Online trading platforms, brand development and market access will be just some of the subjects discussed at PMA Fresh Connections: China.
March 25 , 2015