U.S.: APHIS considers new sourcing areas for Andean berries, bell peppers

Two neighboring Latin American countries could soon be exporting new fruits and vegetables to the U.S.

April 27 , 2015

U.S.: APHIS completes pest risk analysis for Spanish cherry imports

The U.S. has identified five potential pests that would need control if Spain were to be granted access for cherry imports.

April 24 , 2015

Russia suspects fraudulent documents in blocked vegetable shipment

The latest interception of suspicious produce coming into Russia had more than 10 times the usual volume from such blocked consignments, which seem to be becoming more frequent.

April 23 , 2015

U.K. Potato Council leader criticizes Canary Islands rejections

An ongoing row with the Canary Islands has led to a frustrating and costly season for U.K. potato exporters.

April 23 , 2015

Argentine pomegranate exporter doubles shipments

A few weeks of rainfall at the start of a company's pomegranate harvest did not dampen an 'extremely positive' season.

April 22 , 2015

India steps up plant surveillance after Pakistan's TR4 outbreak

With previous strains of Panama disease already in the country, India is pulling out the stops to prevent a TR4 incursion.

April 22 , 2015

U.S. Supreme Court rejects human rights abuse claims against Chiquita

Chiquita had a victory in court yesterday for one case, right as a new one had just opened with allegations of "pesticide showers" in Guatemala.

April 21 , 2015

Australia: TR4 eradication "not feasible" in Queensland

Containment is now the only hope for Queensland banana growers after the National Management Group (NMG) for Panama disease TR4 ruled out eradication.

April 20 , 2015

New on-the-go packaging for booming berry sector

Belgian berry importer Special Fruit says new labels, topseals and shakers reflect a 'unique market move'.