French produce prices spike amid poor harvests

Poor weather over several months in France is being blamed for produce prices rising by nearly a fifth year-on-year.

August 25 , 2016

China: Shenzhen YuanXing Fruit Co. to launch new brand

The YumSun brand arose as 'Shenzhen Yuanxing" can be difficult to pronounce for non-Chinese speakers.

August 25 , 2016

NZ: Mr Apple yields record crop in 2016

One of New Zealand's leading apple growers has consolidated its position in Asia and the Middle East, while varietal diversification continues.

August 24 , 2016

India: IG International gears up for European apple deal

A leading Indian produce company will be 'primarily dependent' on Europe for Red Delicious supplies in the future, as other growing regions turn their focus away from the variety.

August 24 , 2016

Italy: VOG expects "brighter start" to 2016 apple season

South Tyrolean apple farmers are hopeful for a better upcoming campaign after market halts abruptly hit sales in early 2016.

August 23 , 2016

Australia's warmer climate just right for Modi apples

A new apple brand could prove 'di moda' for an Australian public that simply can't get enough of all things Italian.

August 23 , 2016

Russia's new reality: The push to boost trade in horticultural services

Russian Government incentives have spurred a rush to produce local fruits and vegetables, but international expertise and technology are needed.

August 22 , 2016

U.S.: Port Manatee inks Del Monte lease extension

If all options are exercised, Del Monte will be doing business at Port Manatee until at least 2036.

August 19 , 2016

U.S.: NY announces US$20M food hub in the Bronx

The new market is designed to provide better access to farm-fresh food while also promoting agriculture from Upstate New York.

August 19 , 2016

Q&A: How T&G Global plans to triple its North American apple sales

T&G Global North America's new pipfruit segment leader Joe Barsi discusses the changes at play in the market, and the potential of brands like Envy, Pacific Rose and Jazz.

August 18 , 2016