Chile could lose US$100M from walnut damages

The heaviest rains in April for 65 years have taken their toll on Chilean walnut farmers.

May 03 , 2016

Argentina kicks off second pome fruit campaign for China

Chinese inspectors have given the green light to Argentina's first shipments of apples and pears this season.

May 03 , 2016

EU: CAP aid applications deadline extended

Industry group Copa Cogeca has welcomed the extension, claiming producers from member states will be in a better position to put together comprehensive applications.

May 03 , 2016

NZ horticultural exports hit record in 2015

Cherries, avocados, kiwifruit, apples and wine were key drivers of a rise in shipments to NZ$4.3 billion last year.

May 02 , 2016

Opinion: Chinese middle class drives fresh produce markets

Ray Griffin of Robinson Fresh looks at the branding and quality credentials gained by overseas produce suppliers to the Chinese market.

May 02 , 2016

Could Peru grow its own Galas, Pink Lady and Fuji apples?

Sierra Exportadora is training small growers in a region it claims has ideal conditions for the world's in-demand apple varieties.

May 02 , 2016

Chile: Avocado fungal disease identified

It may not be the leading cause for rejections of Chilean avocados on arrival, but it could play a more important role in phytosanitary programs.

May 02 , 2016

Kenyan avocado exports on the rise as quality improves

"Kenyan avocados can match any other avocados grown anywhere else in the world," says David Mulwa of Kandia FPS Ltd.

April 29 , 2016

NZ: Zespri to release kiwifruit held after grease deposit concerns

The marketer says it has full confidence the fruit poses no risk to consumer safety.

April 29 , 2016

Apricot kernels pose cyanide poisoning risk, claims EU food health watchdog

It is not exactly the most common practice, but now consumers now have a very convincing reason not to eat too many apricot kernels.

April 29 , 2016