U.S.: Arctic Apple set for commercial launch following successful trials

Neal Carter says he couldn't have dreamt up better results for the recent market testing and expects volume to increase at least four-fold on a yearly basis.

May 22 , 2017

U.S.: Interest "takes off" for HLB-tolerant mandarin variety

When the Sugar Belle was launched in 2009 and planted by a single grower, no one knew about its greening tolerance.

May 22 , 2017

Another Florida port joins cold treatment pilot program

Port Canaveral is the latest to join a program designed to bring South American fresh fruits into the U.S. Southeast.

May 19 , 2017

Costa Rica orders suspension of Del Monte pineapple project

The announcement this week came shortly after another decision that's set to affect the pineapple industry - a ban on the use of herbicide Bromacil.

May 19 , 2017

Stonefruit, cherries among biggest European frost casualties

A Dutch private fruit consultant believes there will be significant European market effects for plums, apricots and cherries.

May 19 , 2017

Chilean citrus grower finds the bright side from recent weather problems

After six years of drought, one of the SAN's directors would rather have blocked roads and flooded orchards than no rain at all.

May 19 , 2017

U.S. Citrus Science Council sues USDA over Argentine lemon rule

The lawsuit argues "incomplete science and political considerations" led to a flawed rulemaking process.

May 18 , 2017

Costa Group founder surges up Australia's rich list

Frank Costa and his family have risen 52 spots in this year's Financial Review Rich List, driven by Costa Group's strong performance on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX).

May 18 , 2017

Colombia considers irradiation to bolster U.S.-bound fruit exports

Initial discussions of the idea have already begun in the U.S. while several crops - not just avocados - are on a priority list for access under different protocols.

May 18 , 2017

China signs Argentine table grape protocol

The signing took place ahead of food innovation fair SIAL China in Shanghai.

May 18 , 2017