Chinese importer holds launch event for Canadian blueberry season

"Consumers have lessened their sensitivity towards fruit prices," says the head of a Chinese importer.

August 11 , 2017

Blueberry breeding consortium launched to discover new European varieties

Involving partners from the U.K., the Netherlands and the Ukraine, the consortium will be funded by the commercial partners for five years.

August 10 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 31, 2017

A combination of high volumes and low demand has led to a strong fall in lemon prices in the U.S.

August 09 , 2017

USDA researchers developing improved automation tech for blueberry harvesting

While automation has been around for a while in the processing industry, more complex engineering and a gentler touch are needed if the fruit is to be sold fresh.

August 08 , 2017

Mexican table grapes reach Australian shores

Can late Sonora spring grapes capture a chunk of the Australian winter market?

August 07 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 30, 2017

European apple importers were trying to liquidate their stocks in week 30 as the start of the French season approached.

August 02 , 2017

Upcoming IBO Summit to strengthen ties between China and global blueberry industry

The blueberry industry's biggest annual meeting will take place in China for the first time this September, with a plethora of international and domestic actors set to attend.

July 27 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 29, 2017

Prices of oranges and clementines were slowly declining in the U.S. in week 29 amid increasing arrival volumes.

July 27 , 2017

Peruvian blueberry industry expects to double volume again in 2017-18

The Chinese market opening in late 2016 could not have been more timely, with a huge surge in Peruvian blueberry volume expected this year.

July 26 , 2017

The Ogg Blogg: A visit to Bogotá's Paloquemao Market

Fresh Fruit Portal editor Matt Ogg walks you through the Colombian capital's Paloquemao Market, where giant guanabanas (soursops) reign supreme alongside a colorful range of produce.

July 26 , 2017