'Optimism reigns' in Argentine fruit industry after election result

Argentina's economy has for too long been plagued by currency and trade controls. As the country's new president-elect, Mauricio Macri promises to change all that.

November 24 , 2015

Sluggish start for U.S. apple campaign

A graphic released by Stemilt shows SweeTango apple sales during September were significantly higher year-on-year.

November 23 , 2015

China: Shenzhen Yuanxing to grow direct Chilean fruit import program

With support from Miko Asia, a Chinese fruit company plans to build a long-term business with Chilean crops.

November 23 , 2015

Poland: Consorfrut Polska boosts Latam fruit import focus

A Spanish-owned entity is increasing import volumes of Chilean plums, Peruvian pomegranates and Costa Rican watermelons, just to name a few.

November 23 , 2015

Russia to ban Ukrainian food imports on Jan. 1

Historically, Ukraine's main produce exports to Russia have included tomatoes, apples, cucumbers and potatoes.

November 19 , 2015

Australian Pink Lady ruling not just about North America, claims PLA

Pink Lady America has accused Apple and Pear Australia Limited of misinformation in a court case regarding trademark use for Chilean fruit.

November 18 , 2015

Ecuadorian fruit imports plunge after tariff surcharges

Apple and grape imports have borne the brunt of a measure aimed at improving Ecuador's trade balance.

November 17 , 2015

Chinese apple market access still two years away, says Polish industry chief

Polish apple growers are focusing on varietal shifts and a new brand as they await results from numerous market access efforts.

November 17 , 2015

U.S.: FDA releases industry-changing rules for produce safety

New rules published by the FDA have been described as the "most significant changes to produce safety regulation in 70 years".

November 13 , 2015

Italy: Gala apples still have "huge potential", says VOG chief

While apple producer VOG has its first commercial Envy crop this year and is celebrating 20 years of the group's Marlene variety, its CEO still has a strong belief in the classic Gala apple.

November 13 , 2015