UAE slaps ban on fresh produce imports from five Middle Eastern countries

Excess pesticide residues were behind the action from the country's Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE).

April 25 , 2017

Cancer-busting compounds increase in arugula postharvest, study finds

The biggest boost in cancer-fighting compounds came seven days after processing, but began to tail off after that.

April 25 , 2017

India opens doors to Chilean avocados, blueberries

Indian officials are hoping to gain Chilean market access for mangoes and pomegranates in return.

April 25 , 2017

Dow Chemical urges Trump Administration to "set aside" pesticide study findings

The company and others have called on the government to dismiss studies on the effects of three organophosphates on endangered species.

April 25 , 2017

NZ avocado growers "significantly" impacted by recent adverse weather

An industry head says long-term effects from the heavy rain and wet soils might have made an impact on the trees for years to come.

April 24 , 2017

Chilean Kiwi Kiss exporter expects improved prices in 2017

Sizing may be down in general for the New Zealand-developed variety, but an exporter says quality, firmness and color are all positive.

April 24 , 2017

Australia: Piñata Farms to increase Honey Gold mango plantings

Strong domestic demand and record grower returns meant only a tiny fraction of the crop was exported this season.

April 24 , 2017

Cherry production could become a reality in Peru in four years

A Sierra and Selva Exportadora representative believes cherries could easily be grown in the country's mountainous region to reach export markets before Chile and Argentina.

April 24 , 2017

Fiji eyes increased produce exports with new irradiation facility

This project is expected to heavily benefit the 250 growers and 15 exporters of fruits and vegetables in the country.

April 21 , 2017

Slight drop for California table grape acreage

Statistics show Allison, Scarlett Royal and Krissy were the table grape varieties with the most new plantings in 2016.

April 21 , 2017