South Africa: Winter rains will be key for next pome fruit season, says packer

The situation is better this year in Grabouw, but Anton Müller of Kromco emphasizes the Western Cape needs "above average" winter rainfall to optimize grower returns.

March 28 , 2017

Australia: Cyclone Debbie heading south of key banana regions

The forecast trajectory would mean Category 4 Cyclone Debbie is unlikely to wreak the same havoc on banana crops that Cyclone Yasi caused in 2011.

March 27 , 2017

Russia market in sight for Rubens apple with Serbian grower on board

Delta Agrar joins the likes of VOG Terlan and Elbe Obst in producing the Elstar-Gala cross, but in contrast it has access to one of the world's leading import markets - Russia.

March 23 , 2017

India: Apple orchards get makeover in Himachal Pradesh

An apple rejuvenation project in Himachal Pradesh has seen thousands of new plantings in a bid to breathe new life into the sector.

March 23 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 11, 2017

Chile shipped its first Granny Smith apples of the season to the U.S. in week 11.

March 22 , 2017

Chinese authorities detect Neofabraea fungus in Polish apple shipment

The development comes during Poland's inaugural apple export season to China.

March 22 , 2017

Italy: Amazon Prime Now delivers new line of Fratelli Orsero exotics

The Italian group’s new premium exotics line includes avocado, mango and papaya.

March 21 , 2017

China grants access approval for Costa Rican pineapples

The world's top pineapple exporter will now have access to the world's largest market by population, following a fruitful visit from Chinese inspectors last month.

March 17 , 2017

NZ, Argentina sign agricultural cooperation deal

The hope is for the countries to work together on pest management, and help New Zealand become a "logistical hub for high-value fresh produce from South America".

March 17 , 2017

Opinion: Taking responsibility from seed to plate

Greg Christian asks how communities and businesses would look if the produce industry worked directly with food preparers to serve delicious meals every time.

March 16 , 2017