Fresh produce industry news and analysis from Asia and Oceania.
Skinner joined the board in 2002 and spent 25 years representing the Western Australia Chamber of Fruit & Vegetables
Five-year marketing programme takes a multi-pronged approach to grow the Australian table grape profile with direct involvement from producers and exporters
Once complete it will be the largest rooftop solar system in the state, reducing the site’s carbon footprint
The facility is one of 20 greenhouses established with support from Korean government
Expected downturn in Australian production means its neighbour stands to improve on last year’s disappointing campaign
Frutas de Chile seeking reduction in tariffs on apples, kiwifruit and other Chilean fruit
The Jakarta-based NPCT1 terminal has an annual capacity of 1.5mn TEUs and serves as a gateway to South-East Asia
Victory marks first successful protection of Blueberry Plant Breeders Rights in China
Signing of the MoU marks a new stage in the collaboration between China and Australia in the blueberry industry
Winning bid of A$165,000 came from Talal and Joanne Khanafer with support of Sydney Markets, Sydney Markets Credit Services and group of Sydney Markets businesses
IG International celebrates with ceremonial opening of the first container of fresh grapefruit and lemons
Industry-led programme could see labour savings of up to 90 per cent
Wilson will take over from Ben Hoodless who resigned after almost two years in the role
Increase follows improved access to China and opportunities in Thailand and the US
Lufthansa Cargo will use 400 tonnes of Sustainable Aviation Fuel on behalf of Maersk in the remainder of 2024
Piñata Farms predicts lighter crop following fluctuating winter temperatures but night-picking practices keep quality high for the premium mango brand
Tasmania hosts four-day event featuring farm tours, a conference and trade show with international speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities
Red Rich says well-timed rainfall and an organised packhouse turned the season around following a slow start
Piñata Farms sees growth potential for Australia’s berry category, calling on industry to commit to higher quality fruit, improved cold chain processes and a better retail offering
From JNPT, the 680 tonnes of bananas will be exported to various global markets
Early end to European and Californian seasons have led to good commercial conditions for the country’s exporters
Planned duties on Mexican and Canadian imports risk higher prices for consumers and damage to supply chains
Californian produce trader John Pandol reacts to Donald Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports
Notice comes amid rent strikes calling for a rent freeze
President-elect pledges 25 per cent tariff on all goods from Mexico and Canada and additional 10 per cent on Chinese imports
Visit part of push for greater trade access for kiwifruit and onion industries
Technology provided by Agwa apparently produces regular supply of salad during long sea voyages
Data from Stats NZ confirms Zespri’s strong demand Japan, China and Australia as 2024 campaign concluded
Registered exporters mainly in Pernambuco and Bahia will have opportunity to supply market under new agreed protocol
NZ-based company reveals major increase in demand for its Envy and Jazz apples, as well as Zespri kiwifruit
Fund was created in partnership with impact investment firm, Artesian, and includes a A$60mn investment through Frontiers
Air-flown products like figs have been a hit for Turkish exporters this past season, while issues in the Red Sea and high costs continue to hamper shipments by sea
Turkish producers of apples, pears and grapes are noticing the impact of climate change, according to the latest report from the Foreign Agricultural Service of the USDA, but exports remain strong
Frutas de Chile and Eastern Air Logistics sign agreement to boost shipments of cherries to China
Dole officially debuted the Smurfs’ co-branded Truval Pear packaging at the CIIE Exhibition in Shanghai
Phytosanitary deal opens up a market of 100mn consumers