Opinion: How the perishables industry can reduce risks associated with slow steaming

Lawyer Rafael Guarda Martínez explains what the industry can do to reduce the potential risks of slower shipping speeds.

September 24 , 2018

Brazilian fruit industry eyes future with greater export focus

The world's third-largest fruit producer has traditionally exported a very low proportion of its fruit, but now it is seeking to change that.

September 20 , 2018

NZ plant material destruction order causes fallout with major U.S. research facility

In June MPI ordered nearly 50,000 apple and stonefruit trees originating from the U.S. to be contained or destroyed.

September 14 , 2018

Argentina expects 15% uptick in blueberry exports

A record 35% of exports are set to be made via sea freight this year, but the recently announced export taxes are expected to impact the industry's competitiveness.

September 13 , 2018

U.S. Northwest boosts Williams pear forecast amid high packout

However, there is concern that numerous tariffs on U.S. apples could lead to greater competition domestically and abroad.

September 07 , 2018

Spanish lemon season to be turning point in non-EU exports

With production set to see a sharp rise during the 2018-19 season, the industry has its sights set on markets in the Americas and Asia.

September 05 , 2018

Peru seeks to export to niche markets through banana diversification

Peru is hoping to import banana plants from Brazil, where a different varietal subgroup is predominant.

September 04 , 2018

Spain expects record grape exports in 2018 season

Spain is eyeing an entry into the Chinese table grape market for the 2019 season.

August 30 , 2018

Argentina exports first sweet citrus to China in eight years

Argentina had exported oranges to China until 2010 but then stopped amid numerous difficulties.

August 30 , 2018

Mexico could ship one million tons of avocados to U.S. this season

Another exporter noted that there is concern in the Mexican avocado industry about frequent price fluctuations in the U.S. market.

August 29 , 2018