Spain: Weekend hail causes €15M in damages for Valencia fruit growers

The region has had a tough run with weather over the last nine months, but for farms unaffected by hail the extra rain is more than welcome.

June 06 , 2017

Compagnie Fruitiere enters partnership with WWF France

The French company has claimed the move will help it become a leader in organic production in its sector over the next few years.

June 06 , 2017

U.S.: "Overwhelmingly positive" interest in inaugural Organic Grower Summit

The recently formed Organic Produce Network is organizing two industry events in California this year.

June 05 , 2017

Costa Rica exports first pineapples to China

The market access is expected to take the pressure off prices in other markets over the coming months as high volumes come on.

June 05 , 2017

Declines for Mexican strawberry, blackberry production

The head of Aneberries and Hortifrut Mexico explains how old genetics continue to be used in the berry sector.

June 05 , 2017

Opinion: Breadfruit's post-harvest product potential - Pt. 3

Michael McLaughlin explains how the carbohydrate-rich breadfruit can be cooked in a variety of ways, providing huge benefit to many in developing countries.

June 05 , 2017

Hillfresh lines up sweet pineapple range and packaging innovations

The Dutch importer plans to reintroduce its pineapples range to the U.K. market at this week's London Produce Show.

June 05 , 2017

Sweeki kiwifruit now grown in Chile

Chile recently exported its first Sweeki-branded kiwifruit to Asian markets including China, Indonesia and Malaysia.

June 02 , 2017

Pipfruit NZ set for name change to avoid confusion

The entity's head Alan Pollard said the association was mistakenly being linked to oranges and plums because they have pips.

June 02 , 2017

Boost for fruit and vegetable producer organizations in times of crisis

The produce sector will receive more support when products have to be removed from the market during times of emergency.

June 02 , 2017