Exotic fruit
All the news and market analysis for worldwide exotic fruit industry, including exotic fruit growers, exotic fruit production, and the import and export of exotic fruit.
Tierra Suelta enters peak dragon fruit season
Miami-based tropical fruit grower and importer Tierra Suelta has reported that plentiful volumes of premium dragon fruit are now available
Malaysian durian industry urged to harness GI protections to add value
The country’s durian varieties have yet to be registered internationally, which could enable stronger branding opportunities
Indonesia sends first shipment of frozen durian to China
Indonesia’s durian industry reaches a new milestone
China’s fruit import volumes surge but value growth slows
Wayne Prowse provides an update on Asia’s biggest market, where total import volumes are up sharply on last year, driven by bananas and cherries
Bella Fruitiva sees UK lychee potential
Despite climatic challenges facing the island of Mauritius, exporter Bella Fruitiva continues to see good opportunities for its exotics, including breadfruit and fresh lychees
Costa Rica concludes UK phase of European campaign to promote pineapple and cassava
Campaign featured in-store tastings in Tesco and Morrisons and advertising at Waterloo tube station
Durian trial positive step in developing China’s domestic production
Tropical climate in Yunnan’s southern tip could be key to growing China’s highly favoured fruit
Fruit lost from Seatrade vessel begins to wash up on shore
Bananas, avocados and plantains reportedly in containers that fell off Baltic Klipper at weekend, as coastguard monitors clear-up
Vietnam durian exports set to reach US$4bn
Growth attributed to improved quality and competitive pricing
Orsero Group considers expansion into North America
Italian company eyes potential investments in the US, according to executives speaking at stock exchange event in Milan
Dole France works with Intermarché to raise its brand awareness
In-store activation in more than 800 stores across France helps to boost company’s market penetration in Europe, Middle East and Africa
Video: How to connect with Gen Z
Chris White speaks to a number of leading fresh produce brand marketers to learn about the marketing strategies they believe will resonate with younger consumers
Ecuador opens first phytosanitary centre exclusively for dragon fruit
The new facility in Palora will fuel production and exports of the fruit
Malaysia opens durian export hub to support small growers
New centre can help growers meet all the international standards required for export
Vietnam and China sign new jackfruit protocol
New access expected to expand Vietnamese jackfruit industry, boosting grower returns
Afghanistan and Pakistan seek out alternative trading partners
Violent clashes on the border have brought trade between Afghanistan and Pakistan to a halt, pushing the former to find new outlets and the latter to seek out new sources
Myanmar durian industry prepares to enter export market
Industry eyes China access as it plans to commence exports in the near future
BGP looks to Egypt for year-round consistency
Group says new office in Egypt will help it expand and ensure consistent supply throughout the year
Gran Canaria to boost production of tropical fruit
Lairaga Tropical project will convert 100ha of disused land into mango, avocado and papaya farms
IFPA welcomes Trump’s removal of Brazilian fruit tariffs
The International Fresh Produce Association has welcomed the Trump administration’s decision to eliminate tariffs on Brazilian agricultural imports, including tropical fruits, saying the move will help maintain affordability for American consumers
Hail hits Valencia’s persimmon harvest
Around 5,000 tonnes of the fruit believed to have been damaged, but losses could have positive impact on prices
Laos longan and durian gain access to China
New agreements follow a series of initiatives between the countries to improve Laos growing techniques
Trump drops tariffs on range of fruits
Bananas, avocados, tomatoes and oranges among multiple fruits to gain relief as US president rolls back reciprocal tariffs on more than 100 agricultural products
Producers respond to growing demand for pomegranates
Producers of pomegranates in Egypt and Peru are expanding their cultivation areas in response to increasing demand for the superfruit in Europe, according to the Import Promotion Desk
Dole importer builds new ripening centre near Warsaw
Polish company Nature’s Produce begins construction of new distribution facility for ready-to-eat avocados, mangoes, and other exotic fruits
Peruvian bananas and pomegranates secure access to China
Phytosanitary protocols signed at official ceremony in Lima
Strong start for Granada’s tropical fruit season
Exports up 65 per cent in the first month of the new campaign
Agrintesa sees growth ahead for Italy’s ‘autumn gold’
Demand for Italian persimmons is rising among younger Italian consumers and in European export markets, according to producer group Agrintesa and marketing cooperative Alegra
Southern Thailand steps up durian efforts
Authorities implent new measures to enhance the quality of southern fruit as the region looks to match the success of durian producers in the country’s eastern provinces
Ecuadorean tropical fruit exports surge
Results reflect increased diversification and strong performance of key product lines
Spanish persimmons face realignment
Hopes are high that reduced acreage and ongoing marketing efforts will restore profitability to the battered sector
SiCar Farms opens new distribution centre at Port Manatee
New facility will make it easier for group to deliver citrus and other fruits more efficiently to markets across the US East Coast
Malaysia explores new markets for billion-dollar durian trade
Authorities detail the growth of the country’s durian trade over the past seven years
Asiafruit Knowledge Centre: Sky’s the limit in tropicals
Category experts stressed the importance of branding and varietal development as new opportunities emerge in the fast-growing tropical fruit sector
Tierra Suelta debuts new golden dragón fruit line
Variety grown and packed at company’s new state-of-the-art facility in Ecuador
Failed marriages boost frozen produce sales
Rising divorce rates and smaller households have brought new opportunities for fresh suppliers looking to diversify into frozen as first container of frozen Peruvian avocados arrives in China