Vanguard International Shares South Africa Apple and Pear Season Update

February 11, 2022 Vanguard International

“We are still seeing growth in the apple and pear industry that can be attributed to the replanting of orchards that followed the drought the region had years previously. This along with the second great winter season replenishing all water reserves leaves South African growers with a very positive outlook for the 2022 season. ”

Fresh From the Field – South African Grape Season

December 1, 2021 Vanguard International

Growers from all South African production areas are cautiously optimistic about the coming season are are paying extra close attention to the shipping woes and container shortages challenging exporters and other industry players.

Fresh From the Field – 2021/2022 China Fuji Apple Season

December 1, 2021 Vanguard International

With many external hurdles to navigate, 2020 was a disappointing season for Chinese Fuji apples. Sales were slow due to a weak domestic Chinese market and lower overall export volumes from the pandemic paired with increased ocean freight rates and container shortages. 

Optimism and Excitement In Vanguard Peru as Grape Season Commences

November 22, 2021 Vanguard International

“Our Ivory variety is the first fruit off the line, and they feature great size, great color, and great taste,” shares Fanny Robles, Vanguard Manager – Peru Procurement and Sales “We’ve never seen Ivory grapes that look like this before,” Robles continues. “We are seeing this consistently for all our varieties and our packinghouse teams have a renewed excitement.” 

Hazel Tech Reports on Table Grape Quality Advancements with Vanguard International

October 26, 2021 Hazel Technologies

Hazel Technologies reports on a successful shelf-life extension trial season with Vanguard International, a globally renowned grower/packer/shipper headquartered in Issaquah, WA.