Frost takes its toll on European apple forecast

WAPA has predicted a 21% fall in the EU apple harvest this year, while the drop in pears is expected to be minor.

August 10 , 2017

How much fresh produce has Russia destroyed under import ban?

The latest figures released by Russia's consumer watchdog may shock you.

July 26 , 2017

Russia extends ban on produce imports from EU, U.S.

The EU and U.S. will now not be able to export produce to Russia until 2019 at the earliest.

July 05 , 2017

Belgium's BelOrta boosts focus on India in wake of Russian ban

The major cooperative has boosted its presence on TV, the radio and social media in India, and is gaining consumer confidence with tastings of its Jonagold apples.

July 05 , 2017

Russia set to extend EU produce ban by 18 months

The European Commission reacted the same week by announcing an extra €70 million in support for tree fruit growers.

July 04 , 2017

We won't lift ban on Turkish tomatoes, says Russian minister

The agriculture minister says the ban will "definitely not" be lifted in the coming years, contrary to recent media reports.

June 22 , 2017

Opinion: Is Amazon's deep dive into the Whole Foods brand worth US$13.7B?

Any significant investment In bricks and mortar would torpedo Amazon.com's coveted PE ratio, says Jim Prevor.

June 22 , 2017

Russia to import Turkish tomatoes when local stocks are low

Prior to the embargo, almost half of all tomatoes consumed in Russia came from Turkey.

June 20 , 2017

Boost for fruit and vegetable producer organizations in times of crisis

The produce sector will receive more support when products have to be removed from the market during times of emergency.

June 02 , 2017

What could thawing of Russia-Turkey relations mean for produce trade?

RK Marketing's Irina Koziy provides her take on the recent joint statement to lift trade sanctions between the two countries.

May 25 , 2017