As war continues, Ukrainian farmers find a lifeline in blueberry exports

Oleksandr Pukshyn, sales manager for Ukrainian blueberry exporter Blue Berry LLC says that after two years of war, not many people can afford to buy blueberries, and no one cares about premium products.

April 18 , 2024

South Africa begins first avocado export campaign to China

The increase of food imports from Africa is part of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s plan, also discussed at last year’s BRICS summit, to deepen China-South African relations on issues of mutual interest. 

April 16 , 2024

USDA webinar to discuss Asia Fruit Logistica and Food Ingredients China

The webinar will feature market briefings from FAS Shanghai and Hong Kong, an overview of the AFL and FIC trade shows from B-FOR International, and a presentation on the benefits of exhibiting within the USA Pavilion from B-FOR International.

April 16 , 2024

Arctic Gala, GM non-browning apple, approved by Canadian officials

April 15 , 2024

UF/IFAS multi-state survey to find out more about avocado disease management

While extensive research has been conducted, there is still much to learn about how growers make decisions regarding disease management and the economic costs and benefits of various management options.

April 15 , 2024

Chile reacts to Peru fruit ban: 'This is an attack on our image'

Frutas de Chile President Iván Marambio said the abrupt fruit ban from Peru came as a surprise for the Chilean industry.

April 15 , 2024

India fruit trade attracts California almonds, Washington apples and Australian cherries

Global fresh fruit exporters have their sights set on India. We round up the month's top headlines about the India fruit trade.

April 14 , 2024

Peru restricts Chilean fruit imports over pest detection

Peru's SENASA said the entry of Oriental fruit moth would cause significant economic losses for producers of these fruits.

April 12 , 2024

Washington apple farmers consider future in Indian market

Both family farms view the recent trade win of India reopening its market to U.S. apples as beneficial for apple farmers across Washington.

April 12 , 2024

RedPop®, the sweet rebel catching attention in produce aisles

With its easy portability and ideal size, VOG’s sweet rebel is rewriting the rulebook for the category and letting customers take a 'pop break' at any time.

April 11 , 2024