When there's a will there's a way

Speculation is mounting about the unofficial exports of some European Union-grown fruit to Russia despite the embargo.

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

Russian produce embargo: North America in-focus

We take an in-depth, crop-by-crop look at the effects of the Russian produce ban on U.S. and Canadian growers.

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

No action yet on European stonefruit crisis

As peach and nectarine growers seek urgent action to resolve what they see as a crisis, the European Commission is weighing up whether prices are off-trend for different Mediterranean sources.

August 10 , 2014