Ag-Innovation

"Varieties are created by nature", said Opal apple breeder

Dr. Jaroslav Tupý passed away recently, but his legacy continues in the golden, sweet Opal apple.
July 14 , 2016

Israeli seedless papaya production on the rise

One year on, we take a look at how last year's Fruit Logistica Innovation Award winner is shaping up.
February 16 , 2016

U.K.: Proud strawberry grower introduces new 'Summer Blush' variety

A grower says his new 'orangey red' cultivar has the 'wow factor', as the fruit hits Waitrose shelves.
June 16 , 2015

Inside the world's first seedless mango

We speak with the man behind India's renowned "practically seedless" Sindhu mango.
August 04 , 2014

Avocado and orange-colored veggie combo a boost for Vitamin A

An Ohio State University (OSU) study shows pairing avocados with orange veggies helps for Vitamin A conversion.
July 14 , 2014

'Let's move to the 21st century' on traceability, says Walmart Mexico rep

Industry leaders discussed the importance of PLU and DataBar technology at Fresh Connections: Mexico last week.
May 19 , 2014

Dominican Republic hits banana export record

Phytosanitary programs have been attributed to aiding record banana exports for the Dominican Republic.
December 31 , 2013

Camposol exec outlines ambitious blueberry plans

Camposol chief commercial officer Jose Antonio Gomez details what lies behind ambitions to build Peru's biggest agri-project, in blueberries.
December 09 , 2013

Canada: OSF slates Arctic apple production plans

OSF's Neal Carter discusses plans for GM apple production in the U.S., food service benefits and expectations for Canadian deregulation.
November 12 , 2013

Netherlands set for geothermal boom in produce

Dutch greenhouse tomato, cucumber and pepper producers are embracing technology to save money and meet renewable energy targets.
August 15 , 2013