EU report 'does not exclude' health risks from dimethoate

The EU food safety watchdog has called for further studies into the effects of an insecticide used on crops including cherries.

April 14 , 2016

Colombia: Turumba keeps it real with 100% natural fruit pulp

With no freezing or pasteurization, a Colombian group is setting itself apart from the rest and gaining an export presence.

April 14 , 2016

U.S./Canada arrivals buck trend for Chilean blueberry shipments

While Chilean blueberry exports dropped off this season, volume upticks were seen in North America while the U.K. overtook the Netherlands as the main entry point in Europe.

April 14 , 2016

Ecuadorian dragon fruit sector on fire as expectations grow for U.S. opening

Ecuador's nascent pitahaya industry is on the move as young plantings come into production.

April 13 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 14, 2016

An earlier stonefruit deal in Europe put the strain on prices for imported apples in week 14.

April 13 , 2016

U.K.: Grow your own cucamelons with new Waitrose plant for the home

A home-grown fruit that looks like a grape-sized watermelon but tastes like a cucumber has been launched at high-end British grocer Waitrose.

April 12 , 2016

The Hass Horn: Explaining North America's depressed avocado prices

While volumes have risen and periodic market crashes can occur, Avi Crane believes the existence of avocados is a matter of "Devine intervention".

April 12 , 2016

Fresh acquisition makes Wonderful Citrus leading lime grower in Mexico

The largest integrated grower-shipper of citrus in the U.S. has made acquisitions in Texas and Mexico to bolster its lime operations.

April 12 , 2016

USDA requests comment on South African avocado assessment

April 11 , 2016

Indian-German grape partnership paves route to Europe

April 11 , 2016