Post Archive
Japan: Sharp Corp ventures into Middle East strawberries
First Lenovo, now another Asian technology giant is moving into the world of horticulture.
September 24 , 2013
Fruit Fanatic: Malay Peninsula destinations for tropical fruit lovers
Botanist Rolf Blancke writes his last installment from a rich and colorful series on the world's exotic fruit.
September 24 , 2013
Chile: ASOEX releases frost briefing
Chilean fruit experts are currently evaluating the impacts of frosts on a variety of key export crops.
September 24 , 2013
Peru and Mexico to discuss joint avocado marketing efforts
Peru's agriculture minister hopes to work with Mexico to strengthen a complementary global avocado trade.
September 23 , 2013
Canada: Global Fruit acquires Ontario packer
The Canadian license holder for Red Prince apples is now vertically integrated after the purchase of a shipper.
September 20 , 2013
U.S.: Southern Specialties expands Guatemalan lime program
The Guatemalan lime deal is heading into a strong period with fruit that is high in juice content.
September 20 , 2013
Australian mango exporters gain U.S. access
Australian mango growers have been given a pleasant surprise as the season gets underway, with the approval of U.S. market access.
September 19 , 2013
Ethylene-absorbing pads slated as tool to improve fruit shelf life
Sirane Food Packaging said its ethylene absorbency technology can extend berry shelf life.
September 19 , 2013
Bacteria and fungi give boost to fruit tree development
Mexican researchers have found certain fungi and bacteria to speed up fruit tree maturity by up to 40%.
September 19 , 2013
South Africa: Hortgro calls for compliance in ag industry
South Africa's Hortgro encouraged support of the SIZA audit system to avoid worker abuse.
September 17 , 2013
