Bayer launches new snacking cucumber brand

Bayer hopes to make its mark on the growing convenience foods market with the new snacking vegetable brand 'Minigustos'.

February 10 , 2017

South African farmer develops 'Tree Hog' unit for more efficient irrigation

Could a simple injection molded plastic unit be a lifesaver for farmers struggling under the ongoing drought?

February 09 , 2017

Size profile may boost 2017 Chilean apple deal, says Fedefruta head

Antonio Walker says the Chilean apple crop may be 5% higher year-on-year, but the fruit could be smaller with less color.

February 02 , 2017

Indian table grape exporters upbeat as campaign gets underway

Exporters based in a major growing region say weather conditions have boosted crop quality this year, and expect a strong campaign in the European market.

February 02 , 2017

NAFTA rejig may bring opportunities, says Canadian produce rep

CPMA president Ron Lemaire believes renegotiations could help put significant industry issues on the table.

February 02 , 2017

Rains to render some Peruvian table grapes unfit for export

The damage would have been much worse if an unusual, "radical" weather phenomenon occurred two weeks earlier.

February 01 , 2017

South Africa: Winds and hail hit banana, avocado production in Limpopo

A banana industry representative says prices could increase by up to 20% in the local market over the coming months due to reduced volumes.

January 31 , 2017

"Significant bewilderment" for Mexican exporters over U.S. situation

While a weaker peso could help compensate some losses, growers are very worried about the trade relationship between both countries and will look for alternative markets where possible.

January 31 , 2017

Freshmax CEO denies group is for sale

Peter Ellis claims reports of a sale are just "speculation" but he can "never say never to anything".

January 30 , 2017

U.S. Jalisco halt is definitely about potatoes, claims Mexican avocado rep

APEAM head Ramon Paz says prices would need to be “revised” in the event of an import tax in the U.S.

January 27 , 2017