South Africa: Avocado auction shows exorbitant demand for Maluma trees

In an event aimed at testing the waters for demand for the limited trees available, a grower was willing to pay almost 12 times the normal sale price.

March 08 , 2017

South Africa: Maluma Day to challenge avocado sector's "convenient" position

While named after Allesbeste Nursery's increasingly popular variety, the Maluma Day is also about reflection on growing and handling techniques to improve outcomes for all types of avocados.

March 08 , 2017

U.S.: More consumers recognize Fair Trade seal than ever before

The portion of consumers who recognize the certification has surged by eight percentage points.

March 08 , 2017

Innovation: Edipeel prolongs fruit shelf life, reduces spoilage

Using plant waste from fruit and vegetable production, Apeel Sciences has found a way to further the freshness and shelf life of the crops themselves.

March 07 , 2017

Argentina: What lies behind San Miguel's US$50M capital raising plans?

In a bid to fund its ambitious expansion plans, the Argentine-based citrus multinational will be offering new investors up to a 9.46% shareholding in the company.

March 06 , 2017

"Immobilizing pests", ICB Pharma bio-tech to go global

Steeped in a family line descending from one of the fathers of modern thermochemistry, the Polish company's biological products are on-trend and have proven a hit with growers.

March 06 , 2017

Fresh produce drives Greenyard growth

Increased demand for the group's ripening experience is expected to continue boosting revenue.

March 06 , 2017

Cold weather a blessing in disguise for Spanish strawberries

The Freshuelva industry is also celebrating the growing relevance of locally developed varieties to reduce dependence on foreign programs.

March 03 , 2017

Organic certification under scrutiny for U.S. importer Pichuberry

A German certifier and a Colombia-based goldenberry grower-exporter allege their names were misused on organic documentation provided to a U.S. customer.

March 03 , 2017

Argentina: New table grape varieties developed for export

Similar to Chile, Argentina has a thriving wine industry on the other side of the Andes, yet to date its table grape sector has not taken off to the same degree.

March 02 , 2017