Post Archive
Peach and nectarine growers call for more EU support to alleviate crisis
Stonefruit growers from France, Spain, Italy and Greece hope the EU will take urgent measures to help them overcome what has been a difficult campaign.
July 15 , 2014
Many Colombian banana growers in misery after strong winds
4,500 hectares of banana plantations have been destroyed by strong winds in northern Colombia.
July 14 , 2014
Organic crops have significantly more antioxidants, study finds
Organic proponents hope a recent landmark international study will dispel consumer confusion about the category's benefits.
July 14 , 2014
Argentine Valencia orange harvest kicks off in Jujuy
While Argentina's citrus crops have taken a battering, a leading exporter's orange crop has been fairly unscathed.
July 14 , 2014
Spain: Driscoll's 'learning a lot' about Drosophila control methods
Driscoll's has taken the lead with the Spanish government on researching vinegar fly Drosophila Suzukii, and has reported a promising outlook for controlling the pest.
July 14 , 2014
Butterflies go bananas in India
Indian scientists have called for natural parasites to combat heavy infestations of the banana leaf roller.
July 08 , 2014
Opinion: it's time to drop the charges against Andy Hall in Thailand
It is unconscionable that an academic researcher could face jail time for an audit conducted in a Thai fruit factory.
July 07 , 2014
U.S.: Fresh Del Monte executives sell off millions in stock
Fresh Del Monte leaders have made handsome profits by cashing in on stock options in the company.
July 04 , 2014
Peru: Sierra Exportadora kicks off raspberry pilot
A Peruvian government agency is taking steps in its goal to make Cajamarca a berry capital.
July 04 , 2014
Xianguomai forges role in Chinese e-commerce produce sector
Banking on customer experience, a young company is making inroads in China's booming online fruit market.
July 02 , 2014
