Kenyan avocado farmer looks to go organic

To compete internationally, one Kenyan avocado grower is looking at fair trade and organic certification.

January 03 , 2014

U.S. considers Moroccan blueberries

Modest supplies of Moroccan blueberries are under consideration for the U.S. market.

January 03 , 2014

Finding the right rootstock for balanced cherry production

Oregon cherry researcher Lynn Long has found promising results from two Russian roostocks.

January 02 , 2014

Year 2013 in Review - Second Half

It may surprise you to know what was the most read story on Fresh Fruit Portal in 2013.

December 31 , 2013

Year 2013 in Review

By Fresh Fruit Portal editor Matthew Ogg "If fruits and vegetables are sold at bargain basement prices, can they still be regarded as desirable products in the eyes of the consumer?" This question from German Fruit Trade Association president Dieter Krauss gives the industry much to ponder as we enter 2014. When speaking prior to […]

December 31 , 2013

Pest prompts new requirements for Chilean blueberries

Lobesia botrana detections mean Chilean blueberries bound for the U.S. will now undergo fumigation.

December 27 , 2013

Tesco's Indian retail tilt to deepen ties with Tata

Tesco's chief executive officer for Asia explains plans for India and exciting times ahead for the supermarket chain.

December 20 , 2013

U.K.: Tesco makes Indian retail pitch

Tesco has taken a necessary step to gain greater access to India's prospective retail market.

December 19 , 2013

Thai fruits and vegetables face blockage threat in Europe

Excess insect detections could jeopardize the future of Thai fruits and vegetables in Europe.

December 12 , 2013

Two new Gala varieties set for release in Chile

Two Gala apple mutations, Galaval and Jugala, will be made available to Chilean producers in 2014.