Counter-seasonal cherry exporters need “targeted approach” in Europe to emulate berry success

Norton Folgate managing director Matt Hancock advocates a continued push for 52-week supply combined with more promotional efforts for the category in continental Europe.

January 29 , 2018

New promising seedless mandarin released in Spain

Using the same technique that created the Tango, a Spanish group has transformed the Nova mandarin into a new club variety.

January 26 , 2018

Australia: Suspected fruit fly larvae detected in Tasmania

The suspected larvae were found in backyard apricot trees in Spreyton in the state's northwest and on Flinders Island.

January 24 , 2018

Pacific nations reach deal on revised TPP agreement

The 11 remaining members expect to sign the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership in March.

January 24 , 2018

South Africa: Positive EU market conditions offer silver lining to stonefruit growers

"It's been a good season in general so far considering all the challenges we are facing," says Hortgro's Jacques du Preez.

January 23 , 2018

Mexican mango export crop unaffected by cold front, says NMB

Manuel Michel also explains how Peru's significantly lower year-on-year exports to the U.S. don't tell the full story.

January 23 , 2018

Jackfruit Mexico switches to 100% dried product

As more consumers adopt plant-based diets, the jackfruit category still has a long way to go to capitalize on its demand and production potential.

January 23 , 2018

Greenpeace urges supermarkets to follow Iceland's lead to go plastic-free

That's Iceland the retailer, not the country.

January 22 , 2018

Intense and difficult season for NZ cherries

Hot weather has meant growers are probably three weeks ahead of expectations, according to Summerfruit NZ CEO Marie Dawkins.

January 22 , 2018

South Africa: Hortgro 'concerned by irresponsible statements' about agriculture

Hortgro's Jacques Du Preez says impact of the drought is not only financial but also psychological, making the unfounded comments made in the media irresponsible.

January 22 , 2018