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

Russia: forget about summer blueberries or affordable pears

Two Russian importers claim most products lost from the ban on EU produce can be regained from other countries.

August 11 , 2014

Europe seeks solutions to Russian food ban

The European Commission is seeking an end to the blockade on its €1.8 billion Russian produce export market, and hasn't ruled out making emergency funding available to the industry.

August 08 , 2014

U.S.: strong progress made in developing better apple rootstocks

Research has moved one step closer to developing more productive apple rootstocks that bear fruit earlier.

August 08 , 2014