Hot new chili pepper takes off in Mexico

Mexican researchers have bred a chili pepper with a long shelf life that grows in tough conditions.

April 03 , 2013

United States: FDA approves lab to free detained fruit

California's AGQ Lab has been approved to help release fruit detained in U.S. customs.

April 02 , 2013

Whole Foods collaborates on commercial-scale greenhouse

Whole Foods is working with Gotham Greens to build the first commercial greenhouse on the roof of a U.S. retail outlet.

April 02 , 2013

Philippine mango production to grow in 2013

The Philippine government hopes the mango sector will record juicy growth in the coming years through special programs.

April 02 , 2013

Dole makes big sale in part of debt payment plan

Dole will play a much smaller role for certain commodities, following a major transfer to ITOCHU Corp.

April 02 , 2013

Opinion: Chilean blueberry industry and production recap 2012-13

Dole Berry Company field representative Todd Mauritz provides his analysis of this year's difficult Chilean blueberry deal.

April 01 , 2013

French kiwifruit under pressure

Blue Whale commercial export director Marc Peyres discusses the situation facing French kiwifruit growers.

April 01 , 2013

Fresh Del Monte wins fruit licensing dispute

A long-running licensing dispute has been settled between Fresh Del Monte and Del Monte Foods.

April 01 , 2013

Greek kiwifruit company looks toward new markets, stronger varieties

Greece's Zeus Kiwi is trying to keep ahead of the game with full traceability and involvement in industry research.

April 01 , 2013

Philippine govt pledges support for mango farmers' group

The Philippine Mango Industry Foundation has received a financial boost from the government.

March 28 , 2013