Costa Rican avocado growers eye slice of EU market

A one-metric-ton trial shipment was is due to arrive in the Netherlands in March, with regular exports anticipated from 2019.

March 01 , 2018

EFSA neonics bee risk conclusion makes outright ban more likely

The EU food safety authority's conclusions have drawn the ire of Bayer, claiming they are based on an "unworkable guidance document".

February 28 , 2018

Australia: Listeria outbreak linked to cantaloupe farm

A spike of listeria cases amongst the elderly has led to a recall of the fruit, known as 'rockmelon' in Australia.

February 28 , 2018

Australian group acquires Royal Hawaiian Orchards macadamia brands

The deal will make Buderim the leading retail marketer of macadamias in the United States.

February 28 , 2018

Botanicoir plans Indian expansion to keep up with global substrate demand

Representatives from U.K.-headquartered group explain what goes into producing the coconut-based fiber input that is feeding a boom in substrate farming, particularly for berries and tomatoes.

February 28 , 2018

State of the Market - Week 8, 2018

Prices of red and black peaches fell in the U.S. market in week 8 due to greater available volumes.

February 28 , 2018

U.S.: Pure Flavor hails success with IFCO's reusable containers

"Not only do they provide us with ‘smart packaging’ that protects and cools our products extremely well, they maximize our operational efficiency by ensuring we have an adequate supply of RPCs year-round," says a company representative.

February 28 , 2018