Post Archive
Consortium demands Spanish strawberry growers protect nature reserve
A consortium including retailers such as Albert Heijn, Edeka and M&S have called for an end to strawberry production practices it claims are damaging wetlands.
March 18 , 2016
EU: Copa Cogeca calls for tougher citrus black spot measures
Copa Cogeca's general secretary has made the call considering the amount of detections from South America and South Africa last season.
March 15 , 2016
South African apple growers hope for rain as drought takes its toll
South Africa’s positive apple shipment forecast belies a more challenging situation with drought at home, which could get serious for next season if normal rains don’t return.
March 11 , 2016
Chile: Small growers to export locally-developed fair trade grapes
A table grape variety developed by Chile's INIA has been packed for export as fair trade produce for the British market.
March 11 , 2016
U.S.: 'Imperfect' produce to make April debut at Whole Foods
The move comes amid debate over food waste from fruits and vegetables that don't meet aesthetic standards.
March 10 , 2016
China halts kiwiberry imports
A revision of the scientific definition of kiwiberry has led Chinese authorities to ban imports of the fruit as of yesterday.
March 09 , 2016
New Zealand apple gains ground in U.S. market
Consumers have shown interest in the Pacific Rose's sweetness and crunch.
March 08 , 2016
There’s a real buzz about honeyberries in Scotland
There’s a new kid on the berry block in Europe with superfood qualities that are off the charts,
March 07 , 2016
Australia: Adelaide fruit fly quarantine zone extended
The decision was made after single Mediterranean fruit flies were found in traps in Kurralta Park.
March 02 , 2016
Opinion: Could retailer pollinator policy jeopardize bee and grower well-being?
A Bayer bee care expert says supermarket policies banning certain pesticides may promote "less efficient chemistries", leading to pest resistance and yield losses for growers.
March 01 , 2016
