China swamps NZ, U.S. competition in Thai apple market

China has significantly increased its fruit exports to Thailand this year, with Australia and Chile also benefiting from the country's strong demand for temperate fruit.

September 30 , 2016

Dole China exec outlines avocado strategy

Andy Zhang discusses ways to get more avocados into the Chinese market, as well as the long-term potential of the Philippines as a supplier.

September 29 , 2016

Australian Government waters down backpacker tax

Grower body Ausveg says the reduction in the proposed tax from 32.5% to 19% ought to reassure backpackers and growers alike.

September 27 , 2016

U.S.: New apple gives Stemilt something to 'Rave' about

As a cross between Honeycrisp and an unreleased variety, Stemilt believes the new apple could be the next standout in the produce department.

September 27 , 2016

U.S. authorities approve GM Fuji apple

APHIS has given the green light to Arctic Fuji apples, building on OSF's already approved non-browning varieties Arctic Granny and Arctic Golden.

September 26 , 2016

Chile: Apple exports rise while pear shipments fall

Chile's apple shipments to the U.S. rose by more than a third this year, while pear volumes were down to numerous destinations.

September 23 , 2016

U.K. fresh-cut pioneer thrives through 'culture of interdependence'

The founder of Blue Skies explains how he built a company that 'transcends notions of class and status' and generates a culture of mutual respect.

September 23 , 2016

NZ: T&G gains 'unexpected insights' from Zespri MoU in Bangkok

The Thai arrangement has gone "beyond expectations" for T&G, which is now opening up an office in Tokyo to bolster its Asian in-market presence.

September 23 , 2016

UAE: NRTC to strengthen direct links with South America

One of Dubai's leading fruit traders seeks to break down links in the chain to get South American produce to market more quickly.

September 22 , 2016

Andy Hall found guilty by Thai court

After more than 3.5 years of legal battles, Andy Hall has been found guilty of defamation over his investigation into alleged human rights abuses at Thai pineapple processor Natural Fruit Company.

September 20 , 2016