India pushes back tariff implementation date for U.S. apples

The head of importer IG Internationa reportedly believes the 25% duty rise could lead to Washington apple volumes dropping by two-thirds.

June 25 , 2018

Chilean produce sector set to benefit from possible Brazil FTA

The balance of fruit and vegetable exports is very much in Chile's favor, with the country generally shipping more than US$200 million of produce to Brazil over recent years.

June 25 , 2018

U.S.: China tariffs likely to affect apples, citrus more than cherries, says PMA rep

Richard Owen believes cherries will be a "good test" for evaluating potential effects on produce trade and says it is as yet unclear what the endgame is, amid escalating tensions.

June 21 , 2018

'Prepare now' for U.K. access challenges, warns Fresh Produce Consortium's Nigel Jenney

Whether it’s Brexit or plant health regulations, change is coming to the U.K. market, meaning global fresh produce operators cannot ignore the trading challenges ahead.

June 19 , 2018

Which U.S. ag products could China soon hit with a 25% tariff?

China has included an extensive selection of U.S. agricultural products on its draft list of over 500 exports - including some which the U.S. doesn't export to China.

June 19 , 2018

Argentine pome fruit exports recover from downward trend

Argentine apple and pear exports from January through April managed to notch a year-on-year increase, bucking a downward trend that both had been on for four years.

June 18 , 2018

U.S.: Trump implements US$50B tariffs on Chinese goods

The move led to a swift response from China, announcing similar tariffs of its own.

June 15 , 2018

Plant-based here to stay, say experts at LPS18 Foodservice Forum

Plant-based eating in all its guises has developed into a firm fixture that is here to stay on eating-out menus across the U.K., driven by consumer conscience for their own health as well as global sustainability.

June 15 , 2018

Chilean walnut industry takes collateral damage from U.S.-India trade spat

India may have implemented a higher tariff rate in retaliation for increased U.S. duties on steel and aluminum, but Chilean shippers will also pay the price.

June 14 , 2018

Self-service pineapple slicing machine set for huge global growth

A Dutch Food Technology representative said at the London Produce Show that the first machines will be delivered to China in the coming weeks.

June 12 , 2018