Ecuador's U.S.-bound banana exports halve as EU trade deal comes into effect

Banana shipments from the world's leading exporter to Europe over January and February were 28% higher year-on-year.

May 08 , 2017

U.S.: GV leads US$10M investment in Abundant Robotics

The California start-up that is developing an autonomous robotic apple harvester has competed its Series A funding led by Alphabet's venture capital arm, formerly known as Google Ventures.

May 04 , 2017

EU drops citrus canker requirement for U.S. imports

Florida's citrus exports to Europe are expected to rise by a quarter in the first year alone as a result of the change.

May 04 , 2017

NZ: Honey Belle pear having a ball in Asian markets

With timing on its side, a crispy sweet flavor and a robust post-harvest performance, Freshmax's Honey Belle-trademarked pear continues to grow in popularity in Asia and to a lesser extent the United States.

May 03 , 2017

Maluma avocado hits the gas to catch up with Hass

One of the pioneers of Hass avocados in Spain believes the cultivar could eventually be displaced by the South African-developed Maluma.

May 02 , 2017

USDA says it won't extend stay on Argentine lemon imports

A rule allowing lemons imports from a major Argentine growing region into the U.S. is set to take effect later this month.

May 01 , 2017

South Africa: Mysterious 'phenomenon' hits Sundays River Valley citrus production

“We have never ever seen this," says the head of the Sundays River Citrus Company.

April 28 , 2017

Major South African kiwifruit player goes for gold with new varieties

It may be a small industry, but its leading grower is betting on new cultivars to fetch better returns domestically and in Europe.

April 24 , 2017

Cherry production could become a reality in Peru in four years

A Sierra and Selva Exportadora representative believes cherries could easily be grown in the country's mountainous region to reach export markets before Chile and Argentina.