U.S.: Salmonella cucumber outbreak sickens more people

The U.S. outbreak of salmonella linked to imported Mexican cucumbers has now left three people dead.

October 02 , 2015

Ghana halts EU-bound vegetable exports to 'safeguard future'

In a bid to avoid an official trade ban from the EU due to pest contamination, Ghana is suspending vegetable shipments until further notice.

October 02 , 2015

BelOrta signals start of sprout season

European demand is rising for Brussels sprouts thanks to the vegetable's superfood qualities.

October 01 , 2015

Costa Rica: Chinese market access could spur industry growth, says CANAPEP

Having waited almost a year for market access since a delegation visited the country, Costa Rica can finally ship pineapples to China.

October 01 , 2015

Another record year for Chilean cherries

The Chilean Cherry Commission has stressed the need to ensure fruit arrives in export markets without quality problems.

October 01 , 2015

The Packaging Pitch: Using trends to boost your on-pack message

Packaging expert Lisa Cork discusses spaghetti squash and the art of adapting to paleo diet trends.

October 01 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 39, 2015

Prices of Chilean kiwifruit plummeted in the Mexican market during week 39.

September 30 , 2015

Amazon enters Spanish, British food delivery markets

Amazon is testing the waters of the food delivery space in two European markets, but fresh fruit and vegetables have not yet been included.

September 30 , 2015

Fruitful Day online delivery service takes off in Dubai

Both offices and households in Dubai now have easy access to order fruit online through a new service that offers the staples or more exotic items in its 'discovery box'.

September 30 , 2015

Aussie apple exports rise 47% in H1

Australia's apple exports rose substantially to China, Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia this year, while Papua New Guinea remained the leading market.

September 29 , 2015