Bayer hires law firm to investigate claims Monsanto kept influential stakeholder file

Bayer says it will fully support France's public prosecutors as they investigate the file Monsanto reportedly kept on journalists and lawmakers, stating: "our highest priority is to create transparency."

May 13 , 2019

Scientists' tomato genome-mapping project provides key to unlocking improved flavor

With the project, the scientists discovered a rare form of a gene labeled TomLoxC, which is linked with floral and fruity odors and influences fruit flavor.

May 13 , 2019

SH Pratt’s Halo facility confirmed for Logistics Tour during The London Produce Show

Attendees will gain a unique insight into this new, bespoke, temperature-controlled distribution facility located at London’s mega-port and logistics park.

May 13 , 2019

EU: High apple stocks 'put dampers on' hopes for price recovery

The Italian consortium estimates that because of the unfavorable EU market conditions, Southern Hemisphere exporters will focus first on the markets in Southeast Asia.

May 10 , 2019

Positive trial results for disease-resistant basil variety

Field-production of new downy mildew resistant basil varieties has yielded positive results, promising the herb-industry some much-needed relief from this debilitating disease.

May 10 , 2019

State of the Market - Week 18, 2019

Supplies of red and white seedless table grapes were declining in the U.S. in week 18, but prices remained stable.

May 10 , 2019

Fruit flies evolving to resist common insecticides, study finds

A new study led by academics from the University of Melbourne found that fruit flies were becoming increasingly resistance to imidacloprid - the world's most used insecticide.

May 09 , 2019

Canada: With cherry trees in bloom, company forecasts late-June pick dates

Thanks to favorable growing conditions, Global Fruit says cell division has been "wonderful" and expects pick dates to begin June 23 and finish September 1.

May 09 , 2019

California: Decision to ban chlorpyrifos based on "significantly flawed" evaluation, says CCM

On Wednesday two California authorities released a statement saying that they are going to begin the cancellation process of the common pesticide. 

May 09 , 2019

U.S. increases tariffs on China to 25% in major trade war escalation

Following China's reported multiple deletions to the nations' trade agreement draft, Trump has threatened to raise tariffs on US$200 billion of Chinese goods on Friday.

May 09 , 2019