AeroFarms a finalist in World Economic Forum Ecolab Award

The group building the world's largest vertical farm in New Jersey has been recognized for its leadership role in the circular economy movement.

January 19 , 2016

FLIA 2016: Micro leaves with big flavor pack a punch with high-end chefs

Pearl Herbs have been a hit with exclusive restaurants in Israel and are now on the cusp of hitting the EU market.

January 18 , 2016

Thai court confiscates Andy Hall's passport

Human rights defender Andy Hall has handed over his passport to a Thai court, which imposed a travel ban on the Briton after he was granted temporary bail.

January 14 , 2016

NZ apple breeders optimistic for heritage Gala commercialization

Two New Zealand orchardists have sought to bring back the strong flavors lost through Royal Gala apple breeding.

January 11 , 2016

Warm winter to impact Dutch asparagus deal

"I have never seen anything like this before," says Netherlands Asparagus Center managing director Richard Wilms.

January 06 , 2016

South Africa: Litchi production bolstered by early U.S. market success

Litchi production in South Africa looks set to increase following the first successful export campaign to the U.S.

January 05 , 2016

Year 2015 in Review - First Half

A labor dispute involving Driscoll's berry supplier Sakuma Farms was our most read story of 2015.

December 28 , 2015

EU agrees on provisional plant protection deal

A package of new potential measures includes regulations on how to stop the spread of plant diseases like Xylella fastidiosa.

December 21 , 2015

U.S.: Cloud cover shields San Joaquin citrus growers from cold snap damage

California Citrus Mutual says recent cold temperatures were "not bad" for growers in the San Joaquin Valley.

December 17 , 2015

Fruit Logistica announces innovation award 2016 nominees

Companies from eight countries will have their products on show in Berlin in search of the coveted Fruit Logistica Innovation Award 2016.