Report reveals trade switch for EU produce exports

At the opening press conference at Fruit Logistica in Berlin, the European Commission's Leandro Más Pons discussed the rise of new export markets for produce in the wake of the Russian ban.

February 03 , 2015

Portugal Fresh aims to raise Rocha pear's status in Germany

Out of 83 exhibiting countries at Fruit Logistica, Portugal will have a special place this year as the event's partner country.

February 03 , 2015

Malaysian pineapple group to quadruple production

On a platform of social integration for indigenous groups, Malaysia's RIPI is ramping up pineapple cultivation at a fast pace.

February 03 , 2015

New 'Gem' pear variety jointly released in U.S.

The U.S. Agricultural Research Service and three universities have jointly released a high-yielding and fire blight-resistant pear cultivar.

February 02 , 2015

Chiquita's Colombian paramilitary payment lawsuits in the spotlight

Chiquita has accused one lawyer, whose firm has provided security to witnesses under threat in the past in other cases, of allegedly paying off witnesses. Whether this is a delay tactic or a case-changing argument is yet to be seen.

January 30 , 2015

Soriana buys Comercial Mexicana stores for US$2.6B

Organizacion Soriana has consolidated its position as one of Mexico's leading retail chains after reaching a deal to buy 160 stores from a competitor.

January 29 , 2015

Aussie litchi industry sets sights firmly on U.S.

The timing of the U.S. market opening is auspicious for Australian litchi growers with a bumper crop running later than usual.

January 28 , 2015

U.S.: West Coast port users express shock at 'unbelievable' congestion

U.S. customs broker J&K Fresh says the U.S. port situation is 'almost worse than if they were striking' due to the uncertainty, while the Global Reefers head says he's never seen anything like this on the West Coast.

January 28 , 2015

Indonesia joins Asian neighbors in California apple import ban

Citing uncertainty around possible listeria outbreaks due to regional trade, the Indonesian Government has banned certain U.S. apples from the market.

January 27 , 2015

New CEO for Sun World

With a new CEO at the helm, Sun World will progress in its California grape planting program and will be pulling out of some crops.

January 27 , 2015