Post Archive
South African raisin exports set to recover
South Africa is set to achieve better raisin results in 2012.
August 07 , 2012
Volcano eruption unlikely to impact fruit crops, says Hort NZ
New Zealand fruit growers are lucky Mt Tongariro has blown its top now rather than four months ago.
August 06 , 2012
Honduras forging a disease resistant banana future
Honduras' banana research has not yielded IP revenue but its impact and potential are tangible.
August 06 , 2012
Tight residue rules leading to more fruit decay, says consultant
HDG founder Otto de Groot says more fruit is rotten on arrival due to retailers' stricter residue limits.
August 06 , 2012
Canadian cherry cultivar wins top award
The Sweetheart cherry cultivar has helped Canada establish itself as a worldwide exporter.
August 06 , 2012
Opinion: how GM non-browning apples could benefit growers
OSF's Neal Carter talks about silencing genes that cause browning and bruising in apples and other fruit.
August 06 , 2012
Chilean fruit veteran steps down
Peru's high quality grape exports will help Chile raise its game, according to industry expert Isaac Bon.
August 06 , 2012
Importer bets on West African pineapple sweetness opening new doors
West African pineapples still have a bright export future in Europe despite shrinking volumes.
August 03 , 2012
Europe's low apple and pear crop could spark market innovation
Lower European pome fruit volumes mean the industry will need to explore new strategies, says Philippe Binard.
August 03 , 2012
Chile: drought impacts Coquimbo fruit growers
Growers in Chile's Coquimbo region are having to be more selective about watering their crops.
August 03 , 2012
