Good markets, tough weather for Peruvian grape exporters

Confidence has ranged from high to shaky over the outlook for Peruvian grape exports this coming season.

September 26 , 2013

The Hass Horn: the impacts of Mexican weather on U.S. avocado supply

Avocado expert Avi Crane discusses a "rain market" that surpasses anything experienced by the industry in the past.

September 26 , 2013

Marginal rise for Chilean fruit export volume in 2012-13

Export growth for Chile's strongest fruit commodities helped offset heavy falls for products like avocados and oranges last season.

September 26 , 2013

NZ suspends apple exports to China

The New Zealand apple industry has taken precautionary action after post-harvest rot was found in consignments for China.

September 25 , 2013

Philippines: Del Monte caught in the crossfire of terrorist attack

Philippine authorities have condemned the inhumane acts of recent rebel raids, that involved a failed attack on a Del Monte plant.

September 25 , 2013

U.S.: California expects strong citrus year, despite doubt in China

California citrus volume should remain similar to last year, even with pressure from pests and drought.

September 25 , 2013

Chile: frosts may cut some crops by 25% in two key regions

Blueberries, cherries and plums look likely to be the biggest victims of Chile's recent frosts, but other crops have also been affected.

September 25 , 2013

Argentine pome fruit yield strong prices abroad

Argentine pome fruit exporters have fetched good prices this year but are concerned about Brazilian currency devaluation.

September 25 , 2013

South Africa imposes restrictions on citrus shipments to EU

Under pressure from black spot, South Africa could miss out on two million boxes of citrus sales meant for the EU.

September 25 , 2013

U.S. approves access for Aussie litchis

Hot on the heels of mangoes, another subtropical fruit has been approved for export from Australia to the U.S.

September 24 , 2013