Today's Headline

EU slates €125M for emergency measures to prop up produce industry

The European Union will tap emergency funding to support growers affected by Russia's import ban, but not all crops will be included.
August 18 , 2014

U.S.: Chiquita board rejects Brazilian offer

Banana workers and advocacy groups had raised concern that a Brazilian takeover would set back 15 years of progress. Luckily for them, Chiquita is not recommending the deal to its shareholders.
August 14 , 2014

More market stabilization measures on the cards, says EU Ag Commissioner

To tackle challenges from Russia's food import ban, the EU will implement a faster market monitoring service and new stabilization measures for fruits and vegetables.
August 14 , 2014

California: Western Growers applauds US$7.5B water support proposal

A multi-billion dollar package to improve California's extensive water system will now to go public vote after it was approved by lawmakers.
August 14 , 2014

Colombian avocado industry expects U.S. approval in 2014-15

The Colombian avocado industry has the U.S., Russia, Japan and Korea in its sights for export.
August 14 , 2014

Peru can 'perfectly complement' Chilean grapes, says Cilloniz

A Peruvian market consultant says his country can partner with Chile to ensure a smoother grape supply.
August 13 , 2014

Belarus govt vows nation won't be gray market for food to Russia

Belarus has vowed it will not become a re-export point for foods banned by its neighbor Russia.
August 12 , 2014

Russian ban a "rare opportunity" for Chinese produce, says Goodfarmer

"We must get ahead now" but be careful not to swarm the Russian market, says a leading Chinese produce exporter.
August 12 , 2014

Brazilian groups make US$611M bid for Chiquita

A corporate tilt from Brazil threatens to derail the proposed merger between produce giants Chiquita and Fyffes.
August 11 , 2014

Chilean fruit groups express 'profound concern' over port reform

ASOEX and Fedefruta have questioned why the fruit industry should pay the cost of port labor issues again.
August 11 , 2014