Costa Rica grants environmental approval for APM Terminals project

A US$1 billion port project in Costa Rica has been given the green light by environmental authorities.

December 19 , 2014

U.K.: Waitrose offers up Brazilian grape selection

Waitrose will stock various table grape varieties such as Sweet Mayabelle for the festive season.

December 18 , 2014

U.S.: North Carolina sweet potato production soars

North Carolina is boosting its sweet potato volumes to keep up with a huge national demand growth.

December 18 , 2014

Opinion: Why 'eco-credentials' will soon become a necessity

Plant & Food NZ's Dr. Brent Clothier discusses what growers can expect from better detailing their eco-footprint.

December 17 , 2014

U.S.: Vision Produce expands chili program

Vision Produce says it will be able to supply far more customers with new grower deals.

December 16 , 2014

SeekaFresh delivers record returns

Seeka's program primarily for Class 2 kiwifruit into Australia is paying much higher than industry averages.

December 16 , 2014

Belgium: Strike action could tarnish our reputation, says Port of Antwerp

There are about 50 vessels blocked from entering or leaving an important fruit import hub in Europe.

December 15 , 2014

Peruvian strawberry exports climb in 2014

Peru has witnessed solid growth for its frozen strawberry industry this year, with buoyant demand in the U.S. and Canada.

December 15 , 2014

U.S.: California court takes Dole's side in fruit mix labeling case

A California court has denied a consumer's allegation that Dole's use of ascorbic and citric acids in packaged products makes the label "All Natural Fruit" misleading.

December 12 , 2014

U.S.: California citrus industry gives mixed views on storm

While California Citrus Mutual has said the current storms in the state are a 'plus all the way round', others say it will delay harvesting at a peak time.