High percentage of new Uruguayan citrus plantings for mandarins, lemons

Uruguay's latest citrus survey shows growers' planting intentions to adapt to a new market scenario that now includes U.S. access.

August 06 , 2013

Device monitors fruit en route to export markets

Ctrax will allow exporters to measure gas levels, temperature and moisture inside of fruit containers.

August 06 , 2013

Genes determine odor sensitivity, NZ study shows

New Zealand researchers have found genetic sensitivity for four common smells found in food.

August 06 , 2013

U.S. easy peeler supply gap likely, says Greenberg

Capespan North America CEO Mark Greenberg discusses the current import dynamics of easy peelers and Navels.

August 05 , 2013

Cold weather benefits Brazilian apple growers

Cold weather during dormancy is expected to bump up Brazil's apple harvest.

August 02 , 2013

Australia's first banana vending machine takes off in Brisbane

The company behind Australia's Banana Bar vending machine has its sights set on expansion.

August 02 , 2013

U.S.: California looks to ease Chinese citrus doubts

The California citrus industry is working to re-open the Chinese market before next season.

August 02 , 2013

Chilean Citrus Committee releases initial frost evaluation

Some citrus export crops appear to have weathered Chile's recent frosts better than others.

August 01 , 2013

Mexican authorities declare new fruit fly free area

The peach and apple growing area of Asientos in Mexico has been declared fruit fly free.

August 01 , 2013

Mexico: packhouse grows avocado potential in Jalisco

Mevi Avocados and the Oppenheimer Group hope to expand on avocado production in a key Mexican state.

July 31 , 2013