Japanese apple saplings reportedly sold illegally in China

The variety - Chiyuki - was registered in China four years ago, yet its saplings are reportedly being sold on a major Chinese online shopping site without consent of the registered rights holder.

July 04 , 2019

Wealmoor develops plant-based snack range, targets growth for understated papaya

The move forms part of Wealmoor’s intention to gain independent recognition for its brands and the high quality, responsibly-sourced produce they represent.

June 18 , 2019

Driscoll's introduces two "high-flavor" berries for summer

The company says this limited-edition collection of berries is the first in a series of the company's offerings, created by the company's own research and development team - The Joy Makers.

June 12 , 2019

Sinclair launches compostable labels for fresh produce

Beyond this achievement, Sinclair says it plans to continue to invest in reducing its environmental impact and achieving its vision for a more sustainable business and future.

June 07 , 2019

Pioneering South African dragon fruit venture builds momentum

The first volumes of trademarked varieties marketed under the Amorentia Sweet Dragon Fruit brand were sold on the domestic market this past summer season, and inaugural exports to Europe could take place in the coming months.

June 03 , 2019

Demand for ‘imperfect’ produce prompts Oddbox to seek additional suppliers for national expansion

The London-based social enterprise says more and more UK consumers are looking to buy misshapen and surplus produce to fight food waste.

May 21 , 2019

'World's first' automatic mango harvester developed in Australia

The prototype achieved 75% efficiency in automatically identifying and picking fruit in view during its first field trials at Yepoon, says Australia's Central Queensland University.

May 16 , 2019

LPS '19: Anacail offers retailers more time to sell more produce via in-pack ozone technology

The Scottish firm and London Produce Show exhibitor claims its patented shelf-life extension solution presents significant benefits; from safer, better quality produce to reduced in-store waste.

May 09 , 2019

AgTech company's root heating system 'significantly' increases tomato yields in Spain

Employing the Israeli company's patented Root Zone Temperature Optimisation (RZTO) heating system led to a 19%-greater category yield as compared with the demonstration's unheated control crops.

May 08 , 2019

Sun World sells its farming operations

A sea change in the nature of the produce industry, Sun World has announced that it will focus its resources on genetics, branding and licensing, while a Sun Pacific affiliate is set to acquire its growing operations.

May 06 , 2019