Chile: ASOEX calls for emergency measures to alleviate strike effects

ASOEX has spoken out over the "serious and severe disruption" to fruit traders caused by public sector strikes in Chile.

November 29 , 2013

Chilean fruit exports still in jeopardy due to government strikes

As if frost impacts weren't enough, a public sector strike is damaging the season's prospects for many Chilean fruit growers and exporters.

November 29 , 2013

EU announces ban on South African citrus

After a season of intense debate, the EU has implemented a ban on one of its leading sources of citrus fruit.

November 29 , 2013

U.S. suspends avocado imports from Mexican town

Safety is the main driver behind a USDA decision to temporarily halt avocado imports from a town in northern Mexico.

November 28 , 2013

U.S.: Nicaraguan dragonfruit appeals to shoppers on a budget

Nicaraguan dragonfruit hit the U.S. market for the first time this year, creating price competition for Vietnam.

November 27 , 2013

Customs strikes cause delays for Chilean fruit exports

A Chilean customs strike is delaying air freight fruit shipments, but the extent of the impact is under contention.

November 26 , 2013

Food Tank: indigenous crops for a food-secure world

Food Tank's Danielle Nierenberg discusses the potential of indigenous crops in promoting food security.

November 25 , 2013

Chile plans January blueberry promotion blitz in Asia

The Chilean blueberry industry will undertake a range of initiatives to boost consumption in China and South Korea.

November 22 , 2013

Taiwan to slash tariffs for NZ cherry exporters

New Zealand is set to get a fresh competitive edge in its top cherry export market.

November 21 , 2013

Matoke banana varieties show promise for East African growers

New cooking banana varieties could ward off Black Sigatoka and give a production boost to East African farmers.

November 20 , 2013