EU to lighten limits on fosetyl-aluminium

Nut exporters could reap the fruits of the EU's plans to raise maximum residue limits for one chemical.

July 23 , 2014

U.S.: 'demand for cranberries fairly stagnant', says grower group

Wisconsin cranberry growers are due for an average crop this year amid unenticing market conditions.

July 22 , 2014

U.S.: Green Giant and Taylor Farms team up for national sweepstakes

Green Giant and Taylor Farms have kicked off a summer promotion involving sweepstakes and coupons.

July 22 , 2014

Argentina releases new onions for humid environments

Argentina has developed two new onion varieties with Guarani names, which are apt for humid farming areas.

July 22 , 2014

Andy Hall's prosecutor is Thai pineapple industry leader

Migrant rights defender Andy Hall has revealed a new twist in his case with Natural Fruit in Thailand.

July 21 , 2014

European Commission sets new MRL levels for two disinfectants

Fruit and vegetable packers and processors who sell their products in Europe will need to be aware of new rules for quaternary ammonium compounds.

July 21 , 2014

U.K. organic health study is misleading and dismisses key facts, experts say

British scientists have questioned why higher antioxidants in organic fruit should equate to public health benefits.

July 21 , 2014

U.S.: Sysco to pay US$19.4M settlement over unrefrigerated food sheds

Foodservice provider Sysco has agreed to pay damages for its prior use of noncompliant drop sites in California.

July 21 , 2014

U.S.: Farm Bill funding pays greater attention to organic growers

The USDA has slated a record level of funding for organic certification cost-share assistance.

July 18 , 2014

Chilean grape industry aims to rid country of Lobesia moth

The Chilean Table Grape Committee says a grapewine moth could threaten the whole national fruit industry.

July 18 , 2014