Philippine bananas hit U.S. shores

The Philippines laid its claim as the first Asian banana supplier to the U.S. mainland.

September 17 , 2013

NZ growers left uncertain over Resource Management Act reform

HortNZ fears for grower futures as Resource Management Act (RMA) reform gets kicked around like a "political football".

September 16 , 2013

U.S.: NASA plans space lettuce project in December

Lettuce production on the International Space Station may provide food and psychological relief to astronauts.

September 16 , 2013

South African citrus growers aim to improve China protocol

South African fruit industry representatives were made to feel very welcome during a recent visit with Chinese quarantine officials.

September 16 , 2013

Report highlights export potential for Chilean strawberries, blackberries

Chile's strawberries and blackberries are on the resurgence in frozen form.

September 13 , 2013

Argentine pomegranate company set to raise export stakes

Argentina's leading pomegranate exporter plans to raise shipments of the fruit significantly in the coming years.

September 13 , 2013

U.S.: Hawaiian avocados approved for mainland sales

Foodies on the U.S. mainland are set to have another avocado variety to diversify their palates.

September 13 , 2013

Colombia: Caldas growers sign avocado export deal

A new Colombian department is ready to jump on the country's fast-moving Hass avocado export bandwagon.

September 12 , 2013

Spanish lemons to squeeze higher in 2013-14

Spain's lemon industry expects a good season despite intensified competition from Turkey.

September 12 , 2013

Peru grants approval for Korea pear and pepper imports

A recent approval is expected to "establish a bridgehead" for Korean fruit exports to Latin America.

September 12 , 2013