Market Pulse Week 11 - 2014

The Chilean blueberry campaign began to fade out in northern markets in week 11.

March 19 , 2014

Argentina makes progress in U.S. citrus access talks

Argentine authorities claim recent talks with APHIS were an advancement in a bid for U.S. citrus market access.

March 19 , 2014

Sun World names grape licensees in Chile, Italy

With new marketers in Chile and Italy, Sun World now has 32 grape licensees worldwide.

March 19 , 2014

Uncertainty over ruble and Crimea hits Russian produce importers

"Everybody is very worried about this situation," says one Russian fruit importer.

March 19 , 2014

Opinion: U.S. lime prices soar on Mexican supply issues

Agronometrics CEO Colin Fain looks at the "astounding" price hike seen for Mexican limes this year.

March 19 , 2014

India tightens rules to dodge EU produce export ban

All Indian produce exports to Europe will now have to be routed through government approved packhouses.

March 18 , 2014

U.S.: early start for Giumarra's west Mexican watermelon deal

Expanding into new areas has helped Giumarra fill watermelon supply gaps.

March 18 , 2014

"There's a lot of room for growth" in blueberries, says USHBC

After last week's IBO conference in Mexico, two experts revealed plans for building blueberry demand.

March 18 , 2014

U.S.: Chiquita denies speculation over Charlotte withdrawal

Chiquita's deal with Fyffes has sent a scare in Charlotte, where some fear a violation of contract terms.

March 18 , 2014

South African grapes enjoy partial recovery in late season

South African table grapes have picked up volume in recent weeks, showing recovery from the early season.

March 18 , 2014