The Greenery blames €21M loss on retail consolidation, weak prices

A key Dutch produce player has undergone a substantial reorganization in a bid to buck pressures on profitability.

April 23 , 2014

Dole Philippines to double plantations

With the support of its owner Itochu, Dole Philippines is making ambitious expansion plans for its plantations.

April 23 , 2014

Australian stonefruit industry regains Thai access

After a three-year hiatus, Aussie stonefruit growers are squeezing in late season shipments to Thailand.

April 23 , 2014

Fresh Fruit Portal forms alliance with Decofrut

Fresh Fruit Portal will now be publishing weekly 'State of the Market' reports in conjunction with Decofrut.

April 23 , 2014

Q&A: European Commission explains new Entry Price System for fruit & veg

The European Commission's Roger Waite explains a new import rule that has caused discontent in Morocco.

April 23 , 2014

Turkish apricots hit by bad weather

The full effects of unusual frosts are yet to be seen in the world's leading apricot region, as well as impacts on other crops like grapes, peaches and walnuts.

April 22 , 2014

Citrus Australia bullish on upcoming export season to China

Citrus Australia plans a strong season in China this year, including diversification with lemons and grapefruit.

April 22 , 2014

Ecuador: pioneering fairtrade banana co-op loses stream

ASOGUABO president Fabiola Ramón says new supermarket trends are making it harder to sell fairtrade bananas.

April 22 , 2014

El Niño possibility adds uncertainty to S. American forecasts

The impact of El Niño on South America's crops will depend largely on the timing of rains.

April 22 , 2014

U.S.: consumer confusion continues over beneficial and harmful fats

A Hass Avocado Board study has shown most Americans don't understand the benefits of "good" fats.

April 22 , 2014