U.S.: FPAA provides tool to promote eco-friendly produce disposal

The head of the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas says sending unwanted fruit and vegetables to a food bank or composter can be good for businesses.

August 06 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 31, 2015

Imported Granny Smith prices registered gains in week 31 in the Chinese market, while lemon exporters were not so fortunate in Japan.

August 05 , 2015

Russia considers adding more countries to sanctions list

Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev has not named names, but six new nations could potentially be added to the food import ban under a new proposal.

August 05 , 2015

Australia: Methamphetamine found in Hong Kong tinned mushroom package

Six suspicious tins of mushrooms from Hong Kong were seized by Australian officials last week.

August 05 , 2015

India: High quality apple crop expected in Himachal Pradesh

Recent good weather in a northern Indian state has apple growers optimistic about fruit sizing and color this campaign.

August 05 , 2015

Australia: Greater insect diversity may raise avocado yields

Australian researchers believe playing the field may be the best way to go for avocado farmers when it comes to pollinators.

August 04 , 2015

Kingdom Fresh ramps up Mexican greenhouse operations

'Great weather, lots of sun light, excellent water quality and good-hardworking employees' are just a few of the benefits of growing tomatoes in Tehuacan.

August 04 , 2015

Australia: T&G enters asparagus JV with M+G Vizzarri

New Zealand produce company Turners & Growers has teamed up with Australia's largest asparagus supplier in a joint venture.

August 03 , 2015

EC safety net measures extended for fruit, veg and dairy sectors

Speculations about prolonged measures for growers affected by the Russian ban have been confirmed by the European Commission.

July 31 , 2015

Mexican lime exports surge in first five months of 2015

It may be the slowest part of the year, but at times Mexican lime shipments were edging on peak season numbers during the first half.

July 31 , 2015