Italy: CSO releases 2016-17 pear forecast

O.I. Pera president Gianni Amidei says the lower volumes should be easily absorbed by the market.

July 18 , 2016

Opal builds presence and promise in Europe, South Africa

With new marketers popping up around Europe and South Africa's DuToit preparing for its first commercial volumes, the future looks bright for the Opal apple.

July 15 , 2016

Dole wins Nielsen breakthrough innovation award

This is the first time in the award's eight-year history that a produce brand has been honored.

July 15 , 2016

What's big in the organic produce sector?

Organic Trade Association CEO Laura Batch gave the lowdown on which categories to watch during the Organic Produce Summit held in Monterey, California this week.

July 15 , 2016

Bayer ups bid for Monsanto

The seed and crop protection multinational has offered more money per share, as well as a hefty payment if a deal falls through on antitrust grounds.

July 14 , 2016

Could Chinese entry revitalize Argentina's table grape sector?

Argentina's table grape sector is on the hunt for customers in China, while the sector also aims to regain its export footing in Brazil.

July 14 , 2016

Australia: Hort Innovation to launch pollination research investment fund

CEO John Lloyd says it is crucial to explore and strengthen alternative pollinators through the fund.

July 14 , 2016

"Varieties are created by nature", said Opal apple breeder

Dr. Jaroslav Tupý passed away recently, but his legacy continues in the golden, sweet Opal apple.

July 14 , 2016

India: Maharashtra govt gives assurances amid produce trader strikes

The strike was called by traders and commission agents in protest against recent changes in the Agricultural Produce Marketing Committee Act.

July 14 , 2016

Peru: Camposol sends its first mandarin shipment to the U.S.

The milestone marks part of an aggressive growth strategy involving plans to plant 600 hectares of easy peelers by 2018.

July 13 , 2016