Today's Headline

Chile: San Antonio port workers get back on the job

With Chile's strikes at least hopefully suspended until May, we reveal the country's fruit exports this month in numbers.
January 29 , 2014

Chilean exporters threaten legal action over port strikes

"We are very, very angry. Chile does not deserve this," says Fedefruta president Cristián Allendes.
January 28 , 2014

Chilean port situation degenerates again

Port workers in San Antonio have decided to strike again, alleging their employers have not held their end of the bargain.
January 28 , 2014

U.S.: Brandt's Fruit Trees gains global license for Aussie apple cultivar

A new early cultivar licensing deal has the potential to be a game-changer for the Pink Lady industry.
January 28 , 2014

Egyptian strawberries bound for U.S. East Coast

Egypt's leading produce exporter is trialing several new products in diverse markets, from the U.S. to Russia.
January 27 , 2014

South African stonefruit prices spike under European demand

With global supply down, South Africa is under pressure to fill greater stonefruit demand.
January 23 , 2014

Texas prepares for boom in Mexican fresh imports

Renovations to Mexico's highway system will create a fast track for fresh produce to Texas.
January 22 , 2014

Chilean police arrest key port strike figure

Chilean authorities are taking their crackdown on port protests up a notch with the arrest of Sergio Vargas.
January 21 , 2014

California walnuts ride marketing momentum in India

California walnut exporters aim to ride a wave in India that has seen their compatriots' almonds and pistachios soar in popularity.
January 20 , 2014

Argentine pome fruit season off to 'normal' start

Argentina reported a smooth beginning for the start of its pear harvest.
January 17 , 2014