Q&A: SanLucar's multi-faceted approach to raising fruit consumption, standards

Being on the move in new growing regions while maintaining strict quality and social standards does not make for easy business.

February 18 , 2016

New Zealand apple exports to exceed NZ$700M in 2016

Pipfruit NZ is not going to let China's slowing economy get in the way of a bullish outlook for exports to Asia.

February 17 , 2016

U.K.: Waitrose wonky veggie line launched

Waitrose has launched a misshapen seasonal vegetable range including crooked carrots, imperfect parsnips and peculiar potatoes.

February 17 , 2016

China: Shandong airport becomes designated fruit entry point

The Jinan Yaoqing International Airport has become a designated entry point for imported fruit in Shandong.

February 16 , 2016

Chilean grower expects brighter apple season in 2016

A Chilean grower explains why this apple campaign looks better than the troubled season of 2015.

February 15 , 2016

Panama Canal expansion to open Asian opportunities for Brazilian melons

A leading Brazilian melon and watermelon exporter not only has its sights on expansion in Asia, but the U.S. as well.

February 15 , 2016

Colombian pineapples take challenge to Costa Rica's crown

Colombian pineapple group Bengala Agrícola is expanding rapidly, with plans to enter the U.S. market this year.

February 12 , 2016

U.S.: Valley Fruit adapts to security concerns in importer transition

Becoming an importer has opened Valley Fruit & Produce's eyes to how inequality and a lack of infrastructure in certain regions can lead to security challenges for trade.

February 09 , 2016

Southern Hemisphere pome fruit crop to drop in 2016

Sharp falls in Latin American harvests are set to drive down pome fruit production in the Southern Hemisphere this year.

February 08 , 2016

Tropicals get their day in the sun in Argentina

Argentina's domestic market for tropical fruit has now reached sales of US$300 million, creating new opportunities for growers.

February 08 , 2016