Peruvian state health insurer touts physalis benefits

Peru's EsSalud has recommended regular consumption of Cape gooseberries, also known as physalis and uchuva.

July 28 , 2014

Opinion: fast-growing Indian horticulture adds value, alleviates poverty

An Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) expert looks at the important role of horticulture in development.

July 25 , 2014

Brazilian papaya production excess to wear off in H2

A recent CEPEA report looks at the Brazilian papaya season to date and what can be expected for the rest of 2014.

July 25 , 2014

Bubbleberries 'received very well' by U.K. market

VitalBerry BV's new variety with the 'strongest aroma of all strawberries' has performed strongly in Great Britain.

July 25 , 2014

Canada: BC Blueberry Council reveals plans for govt export support funds

Canada' BC Blueberry Council says gaining China and Korea access will be a key use of government funding.

July 25 , 2014

Ex-Woolworths chief promoted to CEO at Walmart U.S.

Retail veteran Greg Foran has been promoted from head of Walmart Asia to CEO of Walmart U.S.

July 24 , 2014

Strong veggie seed performance for Syngenta in H1

They may make up a fraction of Syngenta's business, but vegetable seeds outperformed total sales in the first half.

July 24 , 2014

Israel: new Arava scorpion peppers pack a punch

An Israeli pepper breeder has a new spicy creation that is undergoing sample trials in Europe and Africa.

July 24 , 2014

State of the Market - Week 29, 2014

Increased lemon imports to the U.S. East Coast compensated for California's shortfall in week 29.

July 23 , 2014

Grape production down but quality in the clear, says Italian supplier

Nico Liturri discusses how unusual weather conditions have cut grape production estimates this year.

July 23 , 2014