U.S.: JBT to showcase new juice tech at Fruit Logistica in Berlin

The new, sleek model of JBT's Fresh'n Squeeze juice extractor can produce 100 liters of high-grade fruit juice per hour.

January 29 , 2016

Russia's Turkish ban leads to citrus imports from Morocco

Russian importer Friend Fruits has been able to fill the void left by Turkish fruit, but finding the right quality has been a challenge.

January 29 , 2016

FLIA 2016: The smart app solution for fruit and vegetable load checks

"Checking incoming loads is a daily thousand-fold routine which I think will be supported by this app," says Horkinetix CEO Dr. Felix Lippert.

January 29 , 2016

FLIA 2016: Potato varieties strike a purple pose on the plate

Developed from colorful Peruvian varieties, HZPC Holland's 'Perupa' potatoes have been "showstoppers" since they were launched.

January 28 , 2016

Total Produce to launch new “Total Talk” social media platform

Total Produce plans to pilot new in-house social media that aims to improve communications between departments.

January 28 , 2016

California: Farm worker alleges conflict of interest from ALRB member Shiroma

A Gerawan Farming worker has petitioned for the disqualification of the Agricultural Labor Relations Board's longest tenured member.

January 28 , 2016

Chinese inspectors visit Brazilian melon fields

The Brazilian melon industry has taken a "necessary step" in its bid to gain access to the Chinese market, with inspectors currently visiting the country's northern growing regions.

January 28 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 3, 2016

The cold weather in some European countries led to a general contraction in demand during week 3, particularly for nectarines and peaches.

January 27 , 2016

FLIA 2016: Outspan character tells zesty 'seed to plate' story

Meet Outspan Sam, a fun character promoting 'top of mind' awareness for fruit consumers.

January 27 , 2016

Iran ties up with Dutch university for fruit and pistachio food safety advice

Wageningen UR will work with an Iranian university to focus on food safety requirements for EU-bound exports.

January 27 , 2016