Chilean and Mexican avocado deals running late, says Araiza

Mission Produce's Ron Araiza points to changes in the avocado industry, including greater security measures, new facilities and the search for new growing regions.

October 23 , 2014

Advisory firms clash over ChiquitaFyffes deal

The gloves are off in the Chiquita saga, as a proxy advisory firm accuses the banana giant of relying on valuations 'unsupported by market trends' and using 'questionable methodologies' to undermine the Brazilian bid.

October 22 , 2014

Chile: 'a normal export season is still expected', says ASOEX

A report by the Chilean Fruit Exporters Association says while recent frosts may have caused damages of up to 80% in 'extreme cases', the 2014-15 export season will be an ordinary one.

October 21 , 2014

Poland looks to UAE, China to offset upcoming apple losses

Union Owocowa's Jolanta Kazimierska says the toughest times are just around the corner for Poland's apple sector.

October 20 , 2014

Chilean frosts 'nothing like last year', say industry leaders

Chilean fruit industry representatives say it could be 15 days yet before a full estimate of recent frost damages can be given.

October 18 , 2014

South Africa may hit stonefruit export record in 2014-15

While some South African stonefruit export volumes will be 10-15% higher year-on-year, oversupply issues are lingering in one of the country's key markets.

October 18 , 2014

Chile: frosts may lead to varied situation for blueberry exports, says CBC

The Chilean Blueberry Committee says export reductions could be between 0-15% for different companies this season.

October 17 , 2014

U.S. citrus giants announce alliance to expand Wonderful Halos brand

Paramount Citrus will become Mulholland Citrus' exclusive sales agent in a partnership that aims to expand the consumption of Wonderful Halo mandarins across North America.

October 17 , 2014

China: Lenovo pioneer turns to social media for kiwifruit marketing

One of China's most influential men is looking at new ways to trade kiwifruit via smartphone e-commerce.

October 17 , 2014

Chiquita rejects new Brazilian offer

Chiquita says Cutrale-Safra have 'failed to deliver' an irrevocable offer, claiming a merger with Fyffes would provide much better value than US$14 per share.

October 16 , 2014