McDonald's launches pan-European fruit campaign

A new McDonald's campaign will offer free fruit in Happy Meals in 19 European countries.

March 14 , 2014

Most U.S. food complies with pesticide residue limits, study finds

More food in the U.S. lies within pesticide residue limits than in Europe, where standards are much stricter.

March 13 , 2014

Florida grapefruit suffers worst non-hurricane decline on record

New numbers for Florida's citrus crop have the Sunshine State down for oranges and grapefruit.

March 13 , 2014

Market Pulse Week 10 - 2014

Argentine pear supply affected sales of Chilean pears in the U.S. during week 10.

March 12 , 2014

U.K. asparagus to hit shelves earlier in 2014

A combination of mild weather and improved growing techniques will give the U.K. a wider asparagus window.

March 12 , 2014

Philippine govt makes banana grower insurance payment

The Philippines' Agriculture Secretary has pledged to prioritize crop insurance programs in 2015.

March 12 , 2014

USDA expands loan program for specialty produce growers

U.S. fruit and veggie growers will have requirements eased and options expanded for storage-related loans.

March 12 , 2014

U.S.: Appeals Court throws out Dole pesticide case

A group of Nicaraguans claiming pesticide damages from Dole has had its case dropped by a California court.

March 11 , 2014

Chiquita-Fyffes merger a "dramatic acceleration" for banana value

Ed Lonergan and David McCann get into the nuts and bolts of a monumental deal announced yesterday.

March 11 , 2014

Packaging Pitch: P stands for passion, produce and packaging

Lisa Cork draws inspiration from a Bruce Springsteen concert, urging growers to better express their passion.

March 11 , 2014