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

U.S.: Sharp drop expected for Florida avocado volumes

Mary Ostlund of Brooks Tropicals said Hurricane Irma "did a number" on south Florida groves.

June 06 , 2018

Mexico imposes 20% tariff on U.S. apples, cranberries

"Any tariff is clearly going to have economic impact to our industry – especially when you consider its cumulative effect along with the tariffs imposed by China and expected within the next few weeks from India," says Todd Fryhover of the Washington Apple Commission.

June 05 , 2018

U.S. fruit industry concerned over Mexican tariffs

"I'm watching a lifetime of market access work being thrown under the bus."

June 01 , 2018

Mexico to hit U.S. with tariffs on grapes, apples, blueberries

Mexican authorities did not say when the tariffs would come into effect or what level they would be.

May 31 , 2018

Andy Hall exonerated by Thai appeals court

In the landmark ruling, the court also said that Finnwatch and Andy Hall’s research into alleged human rights abuses at a Thai pineapple processor was in the public interest.

May 31 , 2018

India tariff threat on U.S. apples comes during "remarkable season"

U.S. apple exporters shipping to India could be hit with an additional 30% tariff in the coming weeks if the Asian country follows through on a threat to implement retaliatory trade measures.

May 30 , 2018

U.S. moves ahead with tariffs on Chinese imports

The development comes despite an apparent easing of tensions between the two countries over recent days.

May 29 , 2018

South Africa: Flash Gala brand launched for Bigbucks apples

'In the fruit industry a find like this is pretty much like discovering a new galaxy might be for astronomers.'

May 25 , 2018

2018 London Produce Show’s Thought-Leader Breakfast features all-star cast of industry luminaries

Representatives from companies including ICA Sweden, Sainsbury's, Sysco Corporation, and Publix Super Markets will share their knowledge at the trade event in June.

May 24 , 2018