Highly promising outlook for Egyptian table grapes

With an early end to Indian supply, Egyptian grape exporters face a clear run in Europe, while trade negotiations are underway in Asia.

May 15 , 2014

U.S.: Chiquita shipping operations return to the Big Easy

Chiquita's latest move is a "huge, historic win for the Port of New Orleans", according to Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal.

May 14 , 2014

Melons drive Fyffes profit growth in Q1

Profits were down for Fyffes' pineapple and banana businesses early this year, but melons pushed the company into growth territory.

May 14 , 2014

Discount retailers take charge of Polish market

Traditional retailers are dying out in one of Europe's fastest-growing economies, with locally-focused convenience and discount outlets swooping in.

May 14 , 2014

U.S.: Ayco takes a punt on pineapples

A leading U.S. melon distributor is harnessing its logistics capacity to expand into Costa Rican pineapples.

May 14 , 2014

It's "prudent" to plan for life after Cavendish, says Chiquita CEO

Chiquita executives have discussed the threat of Panama Disease TR4 and adapting to weather conditions in Central America.

May 13 , 2014

MRL uncertainty discourages U.S. pear exporters in Europe

Concerns over post-harvest chemical DPA have become symbolic of strict residue standards from European retailers.

May 12 , 2014

Horticulture Australia needs overhaul, independent study finds

"There was a strong consensus from this feedback that change was required," say the authors of a report on HAL.

May 12 , 2014

'Kudos to the USDA', says California Citrus Mutual on China protocol

California has reached a supplementary protocol to regain access to the Chinese citrus market, but approval will depend on a technical visit that will likely take place in June.

May 09 , 2014

U.S.: Chiquita results fall short of expectations in Q1

Chiquita Brands has cited drought in supply regions and winter storms in the north as behind a net loss for the first quarter.

May 09 , 2014