First Philippine dragon fruit arrives in Canada

A pioneering pitahaya grower in the Philippines hopes the new trade development with Canada will be the start of 'something big' for the industry.

September 01 , 2016

Vegetable consumption found to improve body odor

Australian researchers have found vegetable consumption results in more pleasant-smelling sweat, with 'floral, fruity, sweet and medicinal' qualities.

August 29 , 2016

Israeli pomegranate industry moving away from Wonderful, says Edom

Edom Fruits expects competition to intensify in the European pomegranate market next month, with a range of countries set to kick off their campaigns.

August 25 , 2016

Envy apples hit Chilean supermarket shelves

Agrícola San Clemente has been exporting the branded variety since last year, but now it also aims to bolster demand at home in Chile.

August 10 , 2016

Philippines: Dole banana operation shut down due to security concerns

New People's Army (NPA) rebels have attacked 18 banana container trucks this year alone.

August 09 , 2016

Google taps Olympics hype with Doodle Fruit Games

Be it a mandarin playing golf with a blueberry ball or a pineapple tennis player practicing its slice, the game is as hilarious as it is novel. And it's a great plug for the fruit sector.

August 08 , 2016

U.S.: Stable start for Chilean orange season despite higher volume

Both Chile and South Africa have seen steady pricing for their oranges in the U.S. market at the start of the season.

July 20 , 2016

Murano strawberries gain traction in Benelux

CIV Consorzio Italiano Vivaisti is seeing strong demand from European growers and consumers for its patented varieties.

July 20 , 2016

Can Colombia prove golden berries are not a Medfly host?

U.S.-bound exports could grow significantly if a research project between ICA and APHIS pays off.

July 19 , 2016

"Varieties are created by nature", said Opal apple breeder

Dr. Jaroslav Tupý passed away recently, but his legacy continues in the golden, sweet Opal apple.

July 14 , 2016