Pandol's Brazilian grape program 'trending down'

U.S. distributor Pandol forecasts a lower presence of Brazilian grapes in the market, but growers are not overly concerned in the short term.

August 22 , 2011

Australia makes final NZ apple decision

New Zealand apples will likely be in Australia 'very soon' following official market entry approval.

August 18 , 2011

Chile-Colombia partnership to build frozen fruit plant

Chilean and Colombian partners have teamed up to build an ambitious tropical frozen fruit plant.

August 16 , 2011

U.S. response to Australian citrus 'outstanding'

A U.S. importer has offered words of encouragement to Australian citrus growers for their commitment despite tough conditions.

August 15 , 2011

Argentine blueberry air freight takes off

Blueberry cargo flights from the Argentine province of Tucuman are expected to more than double this year.

August 12 , 2011

New bankruptcy case hits Chilean fruit sector

Multinational Chiquita is one party involved in a Chilean fruit exporter bankruptcy case.

August 09 , 2011

U.S.: 'Buy local' won't affect SH growers, says DiPiazza

Consultant and former Sam's Club senior VP Bob DiPiazza gives a fruit-by-fruit verdict on U.S. consumer trends.

August 08 , 2011

Unusual snow hits northern Chilean grape province

Snows in northern Chile have caused severe damages to early grape varieties in Copiapó.

August 04 , 2011

Aussie organization offers rain technology in Africa

An Australian organization is offering artificial rain technology to drought-stricken African countries, which could help improve agriculture and relieve hunger.

August 02 , 2011

Dole earnings up 36% in Q2

Improved banana markets and favorable exchange rate changes helped boost Dole Food Company's earnings in the second quarter.

August 01 , 2011