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U.S.: Northwest pear volume down but prospects good
USA Pears has planned several strong marketing campaigns as production slips slightly.
June 06 , 2014
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Chilean fig exporter sets sights high
Hortofruticola Sudamericana says despite logistical issues, it is confident figs can follow the path of blueberries in becoming the next big superfood.
June 06 , 2014
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Opinion: what's going on with Zespri?
Zespri's public response to its latest legal case is quite strange considering the amount of money in question.
June 06 , 2014
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U.S.: BrightFarms to ramp up greenhouse rollout
Capitalizing on demand for well-priced local salads, New York's BrightFarms expects a raft of new greenhouses to break ground in the next 18 months.
June 05 , 2014
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Chilean apple size 'worst in 17 years', says exporter
Chile's apple growers have suffered from smaller fruit sizing and poor export markets this season, according to Santiago-based Los Lirios.
June 05 , 2014
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China: Joyvio building "reserve army for modern agriculture"
Chinese produce giant Joyvio is strengthening its blueberry capabilities across a range of different fronts.
June 05 , 2014
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Blueberry leaf extract lengthens shelf life, study shows
A Chinese-U.S. study shows a substance in blueberry leaves can help extend fruit shelf life and add antioxidants.
June 05 , 2014
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Ecuador: Noboa shifts to containers for banana shipping
Noboa has made the move to container shipping for bananas, with Antwerp now the first port of unlading in Europe.
June 05 , 2014
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Former Chinese partners take Zespri to court
Two Chinese companies are claiming NZ$33.5 million in damages from kiwifruit exporter Zespri.
June 04 , 2014
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State of the Market - Week 22, 2014
Indian grapes had better movement in Europe during week 22, while imported apples had a good sales pace in Asia.
June 04 , 2014