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NZ: T&G plans to double global apple sales by 2020

Turners & Growers' new pipfruit manager discusses ambitious plans for the next six years.
June 26 , 2014

IBISWorld report forecasts growth for Canadian fruit and nut farming

Growth is expected for Canadian horticulture, amidst an environment of U.S. competition and technology pressures.
June 26 , 2014

U.S.: Arkansas company claims blackberry propagation breakthrough

Berries Unlimited says a new blackberry reproduction method can yield mature plants in half the time of traditional techniques.
June 26 , 2014

Chile develops asparagus preservation liquid

Chilean asparagus growers may soon be able to export more to the U.S. via seafreight thanks to a new liquid.
June 26 , 2014

NZ avocado industry receives new government funding

Jen Scoular believes New Zealand can quadruple avocado export revenue and reduce dependence on trade with Australia.
June 25 , 2014

State of the Market - Week 25, 2014

Limited supply meant kiwifruit prices stayed stable in the U.S. despite competition from local fruit in week 25.
June 25 , 2014

Iraq turmoil may impact Middle East fruit market, says exporter

Produce traders are losing "large swathes of land" with Middle Eastern populations due to conflict.
June 25 , 2014

U.S. parents willing to spend more on organics, study shows

Organics are now seen as more available and less of a budget constraint, according to a recent study.
June 25 , 2014

Australian lemons in 'massive demand', says grower

Low U.S. production and strong global markets could make for a fantastic Australian lemon season.
June 25 , 2014

Drug policy advisory groups slams U.K. khat ban decision

A U.K. ban on khat leaves may put trade ties with the Horn of Africa under strain.
June 25 , 2014