U.S.: Wish Farms offers year-round blackberries amid 'tremendous growth'

Wish Farms is now sourcing blackberries from Mexico, Georgia, North Carolina and California.

October 19 , 2016

T&G Global to harvest Peruvian grapes in overseas production "first foray"

New Zealand's largest fruit and vegetable exporter is set to plant 200 hectares or mainly seedless varieties by the end of 2017, and may even begin trialling blueberries in the future.

October 19 , 2016

Chinese online consumers spending less each purchase, says Fruitday chief

E-commerce is bursting with opportunities for the Chinese produce market, but new approaches will be needed for growth to continue.

October 17 , 2016

U.S.: How will the Mexican strike affect other avocado suppliers?

Mexico's recent strike may have more long-term impacts for other avocado suppliers to the U.S. market.

October 17 , 2016

Chilean-bred table grape set for global production

From the U.S. to India to Australia, Chile's Iniagrape-one is on track toward commercial production.

October 13 , 2016

South Africa: First Royal Honey Murcott mandarin exports likely in 2018

An early season mandarin has had an "extraordinary performance" for Australian growers, and now it is being tested in key citrus regions around the world.

October 11 , 2016

Peru set for "super production" of mangoes

One Peruvian mango shipper that has until now been focused on Europe is turning its attention to Asia, with the first trial shipments due this season.

October 10 , 2016

Colombian pineapple company ventures into exports, processing

Not only is Bengala Agrícola set to double its pineapple production next year, but is also planning significant avocado plantings.

October 10 , 2016

U.S.: Hurricane Matthew upgraded to Category 4

The largest mandatory evacuation in the U.S. since 2012 is underway, as imports come to a standstill with the reported closures of the USDA and FDA in Florida.

October 06 , 2016

EU Trade Commissioner slams Andy Hall's treatment in Thailand

The Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs has sought to distance itself from the case following an EU resolution made today.

October 06 , 2016