Korean Fair Trade Commission investigating Zespri

The Korean Fair Trade Commission is investigating New Zealand company Zespri over alleged monopolistic practices.

September 05 , 2011

The promise and priorities of Peruvian horticulture

Asparagus, blueberry windows, pre-sliced mangoes and premium grapes were some of the hot topics at the inaugural Fresh Connections Peru.

September 01 , 2011

Chile's blueberry industry 'plagued' by old varieties

Chile's blueberry success may have more to do with quantity than quality, but one expert says new varieties are on the way.

August 31 , 2011

NZ: Psa taskforce makes 'stunning' discovery

A New Zealand taskforce has found eye-opening results from genomic sequencing of kiwifruit vine disease Psa.

August 26 , 2011

Chemical ban could slash Australian horticultural exports

A proposed insecticide ban could cut more than US$300 million off Australia's horticultural exports.

August 24 , 2011

Productivity investment needed for Ecuador's bananas, says researcher

An Ecuadorian researcher says emergency banana funding would be put to better use if it went towards improving quality and productivity.

August 23 , 2011

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