Dried fruit and nuts news archive
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NewsAustralia showcases industry at Tokyo gala dinner
Taste the Wonders of Australia event celebrates and strengthens trade relations between Australia and Japan
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NewsEast of England Co-op trials new date brand
Datekin looks to position itself as “quick and sustainable energy boost” through trial at selected stores in East Anglia
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NewsDubai chocolate has not caused a pistachio shortage, say experts
There is no lack of supply, say sources, who point to higher production in Turkey and Iran, and a much bigger overall crop worldwide
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NewsOrange River rainfall dampens South African raisin forecast
Forecasts have been revised downwards with Raisins SA now expecting a marketable yield of 84,360 tonnes
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NewsTurkish crops hit by severe frost
Turkish authorities are calling it one of the worst cold spells in the country’s recent history, with crops including stonefruit, apples, grapes, vegetables and nuts all badly impacted
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NewsNew variety of date palms produces fruit for the first time
Partnership between the Northern Territory government and Gurra Downs Date Company highlights potential for large-scale date production in the region
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NewsVietnam cuts duties on US fruit as it negotiates Trump tariffs
US fruit exporters benefit from attempts to negotiate with Trump administration
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NewsTrump tariffs could shake up almond market
Australian almond exporters eye market share gains as US suppliers face headwinds
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NewsSaudi date-based soft drink set for UK debut
PIF-backed product is launching on various UK retail platforms in May
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NewsConsumers encouraged to fill the fibre gap with prunes
PR push comes as new research shows low fibre intake across the UK and Europe
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NewsSouth African raisin sector grows despite weather hit
Unusually high rainfall and humidity hit the Lower Orange River, but supplies are holding up
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NewsNew pitted date brand in talks over UK listings
Naturally caramel-flavoured Datekin set to offer point of difference in the category
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NewsVarroa mite detected in Queensland beehives for the first time
State joins rest of Australia in shifting focus from eradication to management
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NewsEosta introduces organic Medjool dates from Morocco
Morocco’s proximity makes it an ideal source for organic Medjool dates, according to the Dutch organics specialist, ensuring fast and flexible deliveries to respond to market demand
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NewsNew mapping technology supports Australian biosecurity responses
Initiative allows first responders and authorities to utilise grower location data to quickly plan protection zones in the event of a pest or disease incursion
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NewsWalnuts for breakfast ‘could improve brain function’ in young adults
University of Reading study paints positive picture of benefits of walnuts
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NewsAustralian horticulture production value reaches A$17bn
Annual Horticulture Statistics Handbook shows total production value up 4.3 per cent year-on-year
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NewsDate industry booms in Jordan
Ayham Fakheralden of Spectra Dates tells Fruitnet that “massive money” is being invested in the sector
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NewsAustralian macadamias gain improved market access to India
Removal of methyl bromide treatment requirement a significant step forward for the Australian industry