U.S.: Amazon expands grocery delivery to Denver, Sacramento and San Diego

Whole Foods Market executive vice president of operations Christina Minardi expressed delight the customer response to free two-hour delivery through Prime Now.

April 24 , 2018

Australia: NSW bans NT citrus over canker scare

The state's Department of Primary Industries (DPI) has taken a tough stance on the potential threat with an 18-month prohibition on Northern Territory citrus.

April 24 , 2018

Thai court orders immediate issuance of arrest warrant for Andy Hall

Hall says he has faced "intolerable amounts of judicial harrassment" that have undermined his ability to do human rights work in Thailand.

April 24 , 2018

Mexico: Aneberries developing national berry brand

The Mexican berry exporter association is working on the brand to improve the sector's positioning in Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian markets.

April 24 , 2018

Spanish cherry season delayed upwards of two weeks

The industry is however hopeful it will gain access to the Thai market soon.

April 24 , 2018

Interpoma 2018 heralds first year for Technology Award

Award categories will include both field-related and post-harvest technologies.

April 24 , 2018

U.S.: Cuties continues to shine with Millennial and Gen X parents

Sun Pacific's flagship brand has seen an increase in preference and purchase intent among young parents. 

April 23 , 2018

New late mandarin variety launched in Spain

"It is the latest variety of all," said ASOVAV general secretary Javier Sellés of the new cultivar Spring Sunshine.

April 23 , 2018

Study finds reusable plastic containers reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 60%

The European study compared RPCs to single-use cardboard boxes in the packaging, storing and shipping of fresh produce.

April 23 , 2018

U.S.: CDC expands romaine lettuce product range linked to E. coli outbreak

The warning is now not only limited to chopped romaine lettuce.

April 20 , 2018