Blueberries could be beneficial to oral health, study shows

Researchers say that the beneficial properties of blueberry PACs should open the door for future clinical trials on the potential for gum disease prevention and/or treatment. 

February 13 , 2018

Honduras: Strike continues for thousands of Chiquita workers

The situation has resulted in banana exports being US$30 million lower than expected.

February 13 , 2018

New shipping connections boost Port of Antwerp's perishable volumes

Anticipating further increases, port service providers are currently expanding infrastructure and introducing innovative solutions such as blockchain technology and sustainable transport concepts.

February 13 , 2018

U.S.: Florida orange crop estimate continues to fall

The latest report pegs the state's orange crop 2% down on the January estimate and 35% lower than the 2016-17 season.

February 13 , 2018

First citrus trees appeared in the Himalayan foothills, scientists says

They believe that when the climate changed millions of years ago, bringing weaker monsoons and drier weather, the plants were able to spread out of the Himalayas and throughout southeast Asia.

February 12 , 2018

U.S.: Hazel develops technology to boost post-harvest pear quality

Researchers found that D’Anjou pears treated with Hazel Pear had three-times longer shelf life and 95% internal color retention following three weeks of treatment.

February 12 , 2018

Real-time data innovator continues with global expansion

The expanded trials will open opportunities for the MOST solution across international markets.

February 12 , 2018

T&G launches new fruit brand in Australia

One of New Zealand's leading produce companies has launched a colorful new fruit brand for the Australian market, under which commodities including kiwifruit, berries and stonefruit will be sold. 

February 09 , 2018

WAPA forecasts stable SH apple production, lower pear crop in 2018

The association is "cautiously optimistic" about the current campaign with low inventories and good quality likely to spark favorable prices.

February 09 , 2018

U.S. organic fresh produce sales hit nearly US$5B in 2017

The most notable growth occurred within organic fruits, led by the 22% increase in organic berry volume sales to US$586 million.

February 09 , 2018