India: Almost 50 children killed by brain disease linked to toxin in lychees

Over the past three weeks, 47 children in India have died of acute encephalitis syndrome (AES), which involves brain inflammation and has been linked to lychee, health officials report.

June 13 , 2019

China: apple prices soar, concerning Beijing

The jump in apple prices has affected sales: between April and early June, apple sales on one delivery site fell 5.7% from the same period a year ago, according to the Chinese grocery delivery platform Dada-JD Daojia.

June 13 , 2019

Exhibitors make headlines at London Produce Show with innovative offerings, new developments

There were more than 100 exhibitors at The London Produce Show, some promoting new marketing plans, produce lines, or scientific advances for the industry.

June 13 , 2019

The Biocontrol Report: Economic decision-making in Integrated Pest Management

In order to fine-tune a quality Integrated Pest Management plan to meet the specific agro-economic needs of individual farms, there are a few key terms with which one should become familiar.

June 13 , 2019

Global Grape Summit wrap-up part three: What is needed to be successful in the future?

This third part will feature two future-focused sessions - one on how to win with new varieties through optimum marketing strategies, and another on what the industry could look like 10 years from now and what companies need to do to be successful.

June 13 , 2019

Fall Creek opens blueberry nursery in South Africa, welcomes new regional director

“Fall Creek is investing in a South Africa nursery to serve the blueberry industry’s growth needs in the RSA and Sub-Saharan Africa region,” says COO. 

June 12 , 2019

Global Grape Summit wrap-up part two: Consumer response to new varieties

This second part of the Global Grape Summit wrap-up will feature a session on the consumer response to new varieties, which included a panel made up of industry experts as well as a presentation on trends in the U.K. market.

June 12 , 2019

Generating added value in the avocado industry

With avocado production having risen significantly over recent years, the industrialization and transformation of the fruit have become an important alternative for many growers.

June 12 , 2019

Argentina to send increased blueberry volumes in second export season to China

Committee of Argentine Blueberries said it hopes to increase market opportunities in the Asian nation until China represents 20 or 25% of its production.

June 12 , 2019

U.S.: Feeding America and Collaborative for Fresh Produce team up to fight food waste

With Feeding America's investment, the Collaborative for Fresh Produce says it will partner with commercial farmers and food banks to hone a sustainable model meant to help the hungry.

June 11 , 2019