Moroccan citrus industry emphasizes need for coordination in Russia

Russia may be a growing market for Moroccan citrus, but a weakening ruble means the sector will have to be careful with its approach this season.

October 12 , 2015

First Polish apples on way to Vietnam

A Polish government minister says efforts to open up new markets for apples are gathering pace.

October 06 , 2015

China conducts audit of Polish apple industry

"Opening up such a huge market in the world’s most populated country is exactly what Poland needs right now," says a government spokesperson.

September 23 , 2015

EU announces €500 million support package amid violent protests

The EU has announced new measures largely aimed at supporting the dairy sector as a further response to the Russian import ban.

September 08 , 2015

Crowds to descend on Brussels for anti-Russian ban demo

A protest today aims to demand action again the Russian ban and draw attention to the 'victims of international politics'.

September 07 , 2015

Food destruction measures have cut down smuggling, claims Russian govt

Russian Agriculture Minister Alexander Tkachev says measures to destroy food that contravenes the import ban have reduced smuggling rates 10-fold.

September 04 , 2015

Ecuadorian banana plantations sold to Japanese firm

An Ecuadorian banana farm that was at the center of one of the biggest scandals in the Russian fruit industry is now in Japanese hands.

September 04 , 2015

Brazilian apple industry seeks new suitable varieties

Brazil's climate means its apple varieties have essentially been limited to Gala and Fuji, but now the industry is hoping to change that.

August 27 , 2015

Half of Russia opposes decree to destroy illegal food imports

A recent poll shows Russian citizens have not taken kindly to a government decision to destroy foodstuffs intercepted in violation of the import embargo.

August 14 , 2015

Russia adds more nations to sanctions list

Georgia has been left off the list of new countries that will be banned from exporting food to Russia.

August 13 , 2015